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1. CALENDAR HANDBOOK 2015 2016 scape Housing and de gt Dining Services S i ie es tye EASTERN ILLINOIS U re 27 gt L Ps Gs EN Be sh 2 Ae X 2015 2016 CALENDAR HANDBOOK The information in this handbook is intended to give you a clear perception of what you can expect as a student in University housing The following pages contain listings and descriptions of the policies options and services offered in the community of Univer sity Housing amp Dining Services Additionally a calendar of University events a campus telephone index and a listing of University resources has been provided for your use The information in the Calendar Handbook is current as of the time of printing PLEASE RETURN TO Name Campus Address Campus Phone Home Address City Town State Zip Home Phone In Case of Emergency Contact E mail Cell Phone ACADEMIC BUILDING ROOM ABBREVIATIONS AACC Cultural Center MAIN Old Main BIVES Burl Ives Art Studio MCAF McAfee Gymnasium BLAR Blair Hall NINSTR Ninth Street Hall BTHLBR Booth Library OBSERV Observatory BUZZ Buzzard Hall PEMB Pemberton Hall CMPPND Campus Pond PHYS Physical Science Building COLE Coleman Hall RENG Renewable Energy Center DFAC Doudna Fine Arts Center RECR Lantz Recreation Center FLDH Field House STAD O Brien Stadium FLDS Athletic Fields STEV Stevenson Hall GRGTRD Gregg Tec
2. Kappa Delta See Greek Court Organizations Lambda Chi Alpha See Greek Court Organizations Learning Assistance Center Legal Counsel See Student Legal Services or University Counsel Leisure Studies Library Hours Hotline Service Desks Circulation Government Documents Illinois Regional Archives Depository IRAD Interlibrary Loan Media Periodicals Magazines amp Newspapers Reference Reserve SMC Computer Lab Videos amp CDs TTY for the hearing impaired Library Services Department Heads Acquisition Service Cataloging Services Circulation Services Collection Management Services Library Technology Services Media Services Reference Services University Archives amp Special Collections Linder House Alumni amp Community Relations Loan Collections See Business Services Student Accounts Lumpkin College of Business amp Applied Sciences Mail Services See Business Services Management Systems See Human Resources Mathematics Department Diagnostic Center Graduate Assistants Graduate Coordinator Math amp Computer Science McAfee Training Room 58 581 5018 581 2321 581 2322 581 3390 581 7487 581 7000 581 6003 581 2014 581 3018 581 6423 581 6071 581 6092 581 6093 581 6074 581 6011 581 6073 581 6072 581 6092 581 6091 581 6065 581 6074 581 6021 581 7561 581 6071 581 6092 581 6094 581 6013 581 6072 581 7552 581 6616 581 3526 581 2028 581 5934 581 2327 581 3217 581 6275 581 7615
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4. Panther Dining Options Convenience Stores p 31 Panther Dining Options Residential Dining Centers p 31 Panther Dining Options University Food Court p 31 Panther Dining Related Standards p 50 Panther Dining Staff p 17 Panther Dining General Description p 30 Panther Dining General Information p 32 Panther Dining Services p 33 Panther Grille p 31 Panther Pantry p 31 Panther Plus Meal Plans p 32 Panther Success Initiative PSI p 26 Personal Property Policy p 44 Pet Policy p 44 Phone Service Frequently Asked Questions Troubleshooting p 30 Physical Single p 22 Policies Specific to University Apartments See University Apartments Handbook Political Campaigning p 44 Posting and Distribution of Materials p 44 Pranks p 45 Propping Doors p 45 26 3 45 23 30 45 53 52 45 19 51 Public Recreation Areas Quick Reference Information amp Campus Resources Quiet Lifestyle Agreement Residence Halls Quiet Lifestyle Community Recycling Bins Refrigerators Residence Halls and Greek Court Requirements to Live in University Apartments Requirements to Live In University Court Research Projects Residence Hall Association Residence Hall Greek Court Application Residence Halls Greek Court University Apartments Keys Resident Assistant Resident s Responsibilities Resident s Rights ResNet Technicians and ResNet Support Supervisor Respect Richard G Enochs Scholarship Roof Access Room amp Board Payments R
5. RESIDENCE HALLS While all residential communities at Eastern emphasize academic excel lence and respect for others Quiet Life style communities have extended study hours During study hours conversations or music should not be heard from the hallways or from neighboring rooms Study hours in a Quiet Lifestyle Com munity are in effect throughout the day except for 4pm to 7pm Sunday through Thursday and 4pm to 10pm Friday and Saturday Andrews Women 8 Floor Taylor Men 1 Floor North Thomas Women 4f Floor North Thomas Men 3 Floor South REFRIGERATORS RESIDENCE HALLS AND GREEK COURT Refrigerators must be no larger than five cubic feet RESEARCH PROJECTS Student organizations or individuals that wish to distribute questionnaires or un dertake research projects involving on campus students or staff must contact University Housing amp Dining Services for written authorization A written proposal along with approval from the faculty chairperson must be submitted at least three weeks before the project begins ROOF ACCESS Residents are not permitted on Univer sity housing roofs at any time ROOM APARTMENT SEARCH AND ENTRY POLICY The University reserves the right to have authorized personnel Assistant Direc tors Resident Directors Apartment Manager or their agents enter student rooms or apartments to determine the amount of damage and general misuse of University property maintain general o
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7. Department of Foreign Languages Department of History Department of Journalism Department of Music Department of Philosophy Department of Social Science Studies Speech Communication Tarble Arts Center Theatre Arts Department of Business amp Applied Sciences Lumpkin College of Business amp Technology Institute Family amp Consumer Sciences MBA Admissions Advisement amp Certification Military Science Department of School of Business Technology School of Education amp Professional Studies College of Early Childhood Elementary amp Middle Level Education Educational Administration Department of Grants amp Contracts Health Studies Department of 54 581 3421 581 3715 581 7482 581 6596 581 2821 581 3961 581 2820 581 3861 581 3226 581 2412 581 2116 581 2914 581 2899 581 3322 581 6698 581 5020 581 2917 581 3410 581 2428 581 3021 581 3310 581 6003 581 3925 581 6336 581 6362 581 2016 581 5832 581 3121 581 3526 581 2913 581 6076 581 7824 581 5944 581 3528 581 3719 581 2524 581 5728 581 2919 581 2116 581 5761 Instructional Technology Center Leisure Studies Department of Minority Teacher Identification amp Enrichment Program Office of Clinical Experiences Physical Education Department of Post Baccalaureate Teacher Certification Advisement School University Partnerships Secondary Education amp Foundations Special Education Department of Teacher Certification Graduation Plan
8. Lava lamps Cooking appliances with the exception of 900 watt maximum microwaves built within the past 5 years are not permitted in the residence halls or Greek Court Banned cooking appliances include George Foreman Grills hot plates coffee makers crock pots toasters and similar items All appliances must be UL approved Single serving coffee mak ers i e K Cups that contain an inter nal enclosed brewing system and use no external heating element are allowed AUTOMOBILE PARKING STUDENT LOTS Student parking lots require a parking permit Permits are 50 per semester or 100 per year for Juniors and Seniors 60 plus credit hours earned Freshman and Sophmore permits are 100 per se mester or 200 per year with restricted parking areas Visitors can purchase a day pass at the University Police De partment for 1 50 per day Summer parking permit costs as well as parking regulations and applications for parking permits are available from the Univer sity Police Department BALCONIES UNIVERSITY COURT Balconies should be kept clean and neat at all times and are not to be used as an entrance exit University furniture is not allowed on balconies Items may not be attached or hung from balconies Do not climb jump off or abuse the bal cony Occupancy of balconies should not exceed 14 people BALL PLAYING Ball playing is prohibited inside of build ings and within 100 feet of buildings BARBECUE GRILLS
9. Meals Per Week plus 140 Dining Dollars per semester plus 5 Bonus Meals per semester ROOM amp BOARD PAYMENTS Visa Mastercard American Express and Discover credit card payments can be made at 1 866 553 8011 on line at eiu edu pawslogin and in person at the Cashier s Office located in Old Main or the Cashier s Window in the MLK Union CONTRACT INFORMATION Personal checks cashier s checks or money orders made payable to East ern Illinois University may be mailed to Cashier s Office Eastern Illinois Uni versity 600 Lincoln Avenue Charleston IL 61920 The Cashier s Office Window will also accept personal checks ca shier s checks money orders or cash payments in person Do not mail cash Go to the Bursar Student Accounts web site at eiu edu busofc bursar_payment php student s E Number is required HOUSING DOWN PAYMENT A housing down payment of 250 is required to reserve a residence hall or Greek Court room assignment HOUSING PAYMENTS After the 250 housing down payment all housing and dining related charges will be billed to the student s account and are payable at the Cashier s Office in Old Main TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF HOUSING CONTRACTS The contract is between the individual student and the University In signing the contract the student agrees dur ing the term of his her occupancy in the residence halls Greek Court or apart ment to comply with the Residential Net
10. Per Week Dining Dollars Bonus Meals Meal Plan Changes Dining Dollar Purchases PUVGVVUGFVVUGVVGVGPVVGTVVUGPVVVVPVVGTVVSTVTTVD oo N Panther Dining General Information 32 Dining Hours of Operation See Back Cover e Panther Card Dining Card p 32 Choosing your meal plan p 33 Panther Dining Services p 33 e Dietary Needs p 33 e Dining Center Reservation Requests p 33 Exam Snacks p 33 Gift Packages and Cards mw Mobile Menus 33 SE e Panther Catering 33 Pa Sick Trays 33 2z COMMUNITY STANDARDS 34 50 General Standards Abandoned Property Disciplinary Records Disciplinary Sanctions Individual Responsibility Notification of Parents e Suspension Removal from the University Student Standards Board Housing Specific Standards Alcohol Policy Dry Residence Damp Residence Wet Residence Appliances Residence Halls and Greek Court Automobile Parking Student Lots Balconies University Court Ball Playing Barbecue Grills University Court Bathroom Policy Bicycles Motor Driven Vehicles In Line Skates amp Skate Boards Candles and Combustibles Policy Check Out Procedures Cleaning Charges University Court amp University Apartments Cohabitation Policy Coin Operated Machines Common Damage Floor Charges Residence Halls and Greek Court Dpp ppp ppp pvp BUD w Oo Cooking in Rooms Residence Halls and Greek Court p 39 Christmas Trees p 3
11. action reflect the University s response to inappropriate student be havior To safeguard the privacy of the student Student Standard s hearings are confidential and for that reason there may be limited awareness by the rest of the University community of the consequences of unacceptable con duct Disciplinary action may be taken in addition to or in the absence of the COMMUNITY STANDARDS Oo filing of related criminal charges Inci dents that occur off campus may also result in disciplinary action if they are determined to significantly impact the University s interest and or reputation The following information is provided to make our disciplinary system more easily understood rather than a source of surprise An atmosphere of mutual respect and civility is the ideal which is promoted Typically sanctions as described here will be imposed in the absence of miti gating or aggravating circumstances It should be remembered that each situ ation and student is dealt with individu ally with an appropriate response being the ultimate goal You should be familiar with your obligations and responsibili ties Ignorance of such will not relieve you of accountability for your behavior If you have any questions contact your Resident Director or Student Standards INDIVIDUAL RESPONSIBILITY The primary responsibility for discipline rests with the individual resident Con sideration and respect for others is re quired
12. and double check that your TV is digital with a QAM turner Ask your RA for help if needed Call 7 800 610 0797 if the problem persists ON CAMPUS CABLE TELEVISION LINE UP UP TO DATE AT TIME OF PRINTING EIU Channel Guide 43 6 Cartoon Network TBN MTV U 44 1 HGTV Shop NBC HBO Channel Guide 44 2 History Hallmark HBO East 44 3 Headline News WILL 12 PBS HBO West 444 TVLand WBUI 23 CW HBO 2 East 44 5 Hallmark 83 17 WCIA CBS HBO 2 West 44 6 Comcast Sports 83 22 MC22 HBO Signature 451 FX 83 6 WEIU 51 PBS HBO Latino 45 2 Fox News Channel 83 7 WAND 17 NBC HBO Family East 45 3 TBS 83 9 WGN HBO Family West 454 MTV 84 1 WCCU 27 FOX Univision 45 5 MSNBC 84 10 WTHI 10 CBS Galavision 45 6 Fox Sports Midwest 84 11 WICD 15 ABC Discovery 46 1 BET 84 14 WUSI PBS AMC 46 2 WE 84 2 WTWO 2 NBC ABC Family 46 3 Food Network 84 3 WCIA3 CBS Lifetime 46 4 Outdoor Channel 84 8 WRSP 55 27 FOX ESPN 46 5 Oxygen 93 3 WGN America ESPN2 46 6 Fit amp Health 100 3 WEIU 51 PBS HD A amp E 47 1 Nick 100 5 WEIU PBS World CNBC 47 2 Big Ten Network 101 2 WICD 15 ABC HD USA 47 3 Fox Sports 1 101 4 WICS 20 ABC Animal Planet 474 Lifetime Movie 102 2 WAND 17 NBC HD CMT Network 102 4 WBUI 23 CW HD Spike 47 5 Disney Jr 102 44 NBC Doppler Radar 42 1 VH1 47 6 ION 101 6 Grit 42 2 Disney 79 1 ONE 8 ZUUS 42 3 Tru TV 79 11 Church Channel 6 WBUI THISIL 42 4 SYFY 79 13 C SPAN3 WILL 12 PBS HD 42 5 Travel 79 15 3ABN WCCU 27 FOX HD 42 6 The Learnin
13. and state laws Both female and male students could be subjected to sexual harassment by someone of the same sex or opposite sex Sexual harassment is unwelcome conduct of a sexual na ture which encompasses a wide range of conduct including sexual violence A single incident may constitute harass ment or it may be a series of unwelcome behaviors Sexual harassment may consist of a va riety of behaviors including but not lim ited to subtle pressures for sexual ac tivity inappropriate touching offensive or inappropriate language including electronic content jokes or gestures demands for sexual favors and sexual violence Eastern Policy 175 Beyond vigorous campus enforcement of harassment and discrimination laws members of the university community have established high professional and ethical standards pertaining to consen sual romantic sexual relationships that address the issues of conflict of interest abuse of power differential and breach of professional conduct obligations For example faculty members and gradu ate students are prohibited from engag ing in consensual amorous sexual rela tionships with students who are enrolled in their courses and workplace supervi sors may not be in consensual amorous romantic relationships with students who they supervise Eastern Policy 11 and Eastern Policy 11 1 Even if you are unsure that what you are experiencing is sexual harassment seek assistance
14. chapter house The use of cooking appliances in your room is strictly prohibited The only exception is a 900 WATT maximum microwave built within the past 5 years CHRISTMAS TREES Fire and safety regulations do not permit live Christmas trees in student rooms Christmas lights must be UL approved DECORATING POLICY You may display decorations posters or pictures as long as they do not deface or damage any surface or structure You may use poster putty or drafting tape You may only use thumbtacks and pins in rooms that have dry walled walls Scotch tape contact paper adhesive tape and duct tape may not be used Shelves shelf brackets pictures and or wall hangings may not be attached to or hung from the walls ceilings or doors by nails screws or other fastening de vices Holiday decorations must be made of fire proof materials Louvers in doors and heating air conditioning vents may not be covered DISPOSAL OF ELECTRONIC DEVICES Disposal of unwanted electronic devic es or e waste is not permitted in regu lar trash bins E waste should be placed in the receptacles labeled for electronic devices Locations for these bins differ from building to building Consult the front desk office for more details DISPOSAL OF SHARP OBJECTS Students are not to place objects such as razor blades broken glass and needles hypodermic sewing etc in regular trash bags or the trash chutes Proper disposal containers Sharp
15. complete power failure in the build ing or apartment e Loss of heat during winter A safety problem Residents will only be charged if the repair is due to negligence or misuse Personal hygiene items are not to be flushed down the toilet See Maintenance Policy on p 43 MOVIES ON DEMAND Go to movies eiu edu to choose from our library of movies on your laptop desk top computer or mobile device App required Sixteen movies beginning at the start of each semester will be added each month Library will reset at the start 26 of each semester This service is only available inside on campus residences See p 25 for more details NEWSPAPER READERSHIP PROGRAM The Chicago Tribune and USA Today are provided free of charge in residence hall lobbies for students living on campus PANTHER SUCCESS INITIATIVE PSI The PSI program is designed for East ern Illinois University students as they begin the transition to the University community all the way through gradua tion The goal of this program is to assist each student in reaching their full poten tial and to promote their academic and personal development by focusing on the individual s needs and goals Individual conversations between each student and their RA are conducted at least once a month to assist the student in accomplishing their academic per sonal and professional goals The RA is instructed to listen to the student s goals and needs in ord
16. consent of University Housing amp Din ing Services All inquiries should be directed to University Housing amp Din ing Services FIREWORKS Possession of or use of fireworks are not permitted in University housing FLOOR MEETINGS RESIDENCE HALLS Residents are responsible for all infor mation discussed at floor meetings See your Resident Assistant or Resident Di rector for more details FRESHMAN HOUSING POLICY The University housing policy includes the requirement that until all available residence hall space is exhausted all Eastern Illinois University students with less than 30 semester college credit hours earned after high school gradua tion duel credits do not apply are re quired to live in University operated resi dence halls Exception considerations are as follows Students who have lived in a Resi dence Hall for 2 or more semesters 2 summer sessions are equal to one se mester as verified with record of prior residency Students who are married as verified with a certified copy of the marriage license Students who have attained their 21st birthday PRIOR to the beginning of the semester for which enrollment is sought as verified with Eastern re cords Students who live at home with their parents within a 50 mile radius as verified with notarized statement from parents Students who by reason of medical necessity require special housing that cannot be provided by University Housing amp Din
17. drinks Selling alcoholic beverages is prohib ited You cannot avoid this by the obvi ous selling cups charging admission etc Evidence of selling anything will also be considered when imposing disciplinary sanctions Keep music turned down and people off the balcony Yelling attracts party crashers that may cause problems The grounds are cleaned on a regular basis but you are responsible for cleaning up the mess created by your gathering Escort your guests quietly out of the building to ensure that no loud distur 40 bances or disorderly behavior occurs bothering sleeping residents Failure to observe any of these respon sibilities could result in a loss of the priv ilege to entertain with alcohol present The entire staff will consistently enforce the University s noise and alcohol policy including the prohibition of kegs and hard alcohol in the apartments Please help us maintain an educational atmo sphere in University Court by observing the above guidelines FACILITIES IN RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS USE OF e A Facilities Request Form must be filled out completely with appropriate signatures obtained and submitted before any request will be considered Facilities Request Form may be ob tained from any designated residential building front desk or from University Housing amp Dining Services No one may run a commercial busi ness from a residential room suite or apartment without the express written
18. education and plan to pursue a career in student housing The recipient shall engage in student affairs work within their department as a condition of the scholarship by per forming weekly housing duties while serving as a Resident Assistant or com pleting other duties as assigned by the Director of University Housing amp Dining Services The recipient must live in Uni versity housing One exception to this requirement will be to students who are student teaching during the semester of the award The recipient must maintain an overall GPA of 3 0 HOUSING SERVICES ACADEMIC CLASSROOMS RESIDENCE HALLS Academic classrooms are located in Stevenson Taylor and Thomas Halls and are used for EIU classes like University Foundations and other courses ACADEMIC PROGRAMS University Housing amp Dining Services strives to promote and support the aca demic mission of the University In this vein the residence halls and Greek Court provide academic assistance through a loosely structured set of pro grams that can be adapted based on the ever changing needs of the on cam pus population Past topics have includ ed stress management and preparing to meet with an academic advisor e FACULTY FELLOWS PROGRAM As part of the program s goal to con tinue the overall quality of education on Eastern s campus volunteer faculty and staff members known as Faculty Fellows will participate in a number of events scheduled to take place
19. excellence in teach ing research creative activity and ser vice The University community is com mitted to diversity and inclusion and fosters opportunities for student faculty scholarship and applied learning expe riences within a student centered cam pus culture Throughout their education students refine their abilities to reason and to communicate clearly so as to be come responsible citizens and leaders COMMUNITY DESCRIPTION COMMUNITY VALUES University Housing amp Dining Services strives to provide an atmosphere where students can learn and effectively pur sue their academic and personal goals In addition the staff is committed to creating a community where ideas are freely discussed topics of concern are explored and a sense of community is fostered among all students Students are encouraged to develop several com munity commitments where people and property are respected and an aware ness of global and local issues and 15 Ra nS WELCOME GENERAL INFORMATION amp STUDENT INVOLVEMENT concerns are promoted We hope that you will join your fellow residents in de veloping a community dedicated to the following goals e RESPECT Respect for one s self and respect for others is the hallmark of a striving community Respect results in dedi cation to individual collective expres sions of truth and honesty Respect is demonstrated by a commitment to act ethically to welcome
20. for checking out equipment sorting mail answering the phone making change and acting as a resource for residents and guests DINING STUDENT WORKER Dining Student Worker is a general title used to describe a variety of positions held by students who are employed in 18 the University Food Court Marketplace Convenience Center Panther Catering Java Beanery amp Bakery or any of the three residential dining centers Posi tions vary and include kitchen line salad and hot bar assistant reservation only dining host and waiter dishroom catering checker busser barista and others PANTHER DINING UNIT DIRECTORS Employment applications are conve niently available at e u edu dining JAVA BEANERY amp BAKERY Susan DeRousse Unit Director 581 2700 smderousse eiu edu PANTHER CATERING Kristin Hupp Unit Director 581 6082 krcann eiu edu TAYLOR DINING CENTER Sheila Poffinbarger Unit Director 581 3600 sdpoffinbarger eiu edu THOMAS DINING CENTER Chris Wojtysiak Unit Director 581 3700 cjwojtysiak eiu edu STEVENSON TOWER DINING CENTER Jamie Huckstead Unit Director 581 3900 jlhuckstead eiu edu UNIVERSITY FOOD COURT Sandy Black Unit Director 581 8399 slblack eiu edu DINING STUDENT MANAGER Dining Student Managers are employed in one of the three residential dining centers and are responsible for train ing and directing student employees Duties include opening and closing for each shift training stud
21. full and part time employ ees the Panther Dining Staff operates three residential dining centers one convenience center the University Food Court Panther Catering and Java Bean ery amp Bakery 17 SS Ra nS WELCOME GENERAL INFORMATION amp STUDENT INVOLVEMENT SECRETARIES RESIDENCE HALLS Stationed at many of the residence hall front desks are Residence Hall Secretar ies The Hall Secretaries work with the Resident Assistants Front Desk Assis tants and other professional staff mem bers to complete the day to day tasks required to run a residence hall in an efficient manner They are an excellent source of information for residents UNIT DIRECTORS PANTHER DINING Unit Directors are responsible for the overall management of the dining op erations that fall under the umbrella of Panther Dining STAFFING UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS For more information including applica tions go on line to e u edu housing and eiu edu dining CONFERENCE ASSISTANT May August Conference Assistants act as ambassadors to the campus for thou sands of guests who travel to Charleston each summer The position has a wide variety of responsibilities which include working the front desk night security greeting at dining centers maintaining the linen program and recruiting future Eastern Illinois University students DESK ASSISTANT Desk Assistants work at the residence hall front desks and are responsible
22. in the residence halls Through these informal programs faculty will be able to keep up to date with students while getting to know them not only as stu dents but as individuals 21 SS Ra nS HOUSING amp DINING OPTIONS AND SERVICES ROOM OPTIONS RESIDENCE HALLS PHYSICAL SINGLE DELUXE DOUBLES Room designed to house one student Two double rooms adjoined by a DOUBLE ROOM connecting door designed for four Room designed to house two students Students but reserved for two TRIPLE ROOM DOUBLE AS A SINGLE Room designed to house three or A residence hall room designed to more students but reserved for three house two students but reserved for TRIPLE AS A DOUBLE le Room designed to house three stu dents but reserved for two Additional cost associated with room assignment HOUSING FEATURES amp PREREQUISITES With the exception of University Apartments See E for more details on campus residents must be enrolled in at least a 1 hour credit class at Eastern and A meet a specific gender prerequisite B have 60 credit hours earned or be a minimum of 21 years of age C gain permission from the Greek Court organization D have 30 credit hours earned or be a minimum of 21 years of age E be enrolled in at least 9 credit hours undergradu ate or 6 credit hours graduate and meet one of the following requirements married living with spouse parent living with dependent child o
23. not reim bursable MEAL PLAN CHANGES Changes to meal plans must be made in writting to the Office of University Hous ing amp Dining Services e The deadline for decreasing meal plans is the first Friday following the first day of scheduled classes of each semester e Meal plans may be increased at any time DINING DOLLAR PURCHASES Additional Dining Dollars can be pur chased at the Office of University Hous ing amp Dining Services in the lower level west wing of the Martin Luther King Jr University Union Dining Dollars may be purchased in 25 increments after an initial 50 purchase PANTHER DINING GENERAL INFORMATION DINING HOURS OF OPERATION See Back Cover PANTHER CARD DINING CARD Student meal plans are encoded on the Panther ID cards The student customer must present their card upon entering the residen tial dining centers or to use Dining Dollars in the University Food Court Panther Pantry Marketplace Conve nience Center and at Java B amp B When the student customer receives his her Panther ID it should allow him her access to the requested meal plan If any problems arise with the meal plan the student customer will need to go to the Office of University Housing amp Dining Services The Panther ID is the property of East ern Illinois University and should not be shared with anyone Panther Dining staff have been advised to confiscate cards being used by anyone other than the defined u
24. of oven and stove burners and defrost and dry out the refrigerator leave the door propped open e Residence Hall Greek Court and Uni versity Court residents are responsible for any damages they have caused to their room or apartment as well as floor or common area damages Un paid damages will be billed to the stu dent s University account Don t forget to remove all trash from your wastebasket and sweep the floor e Residents must be present at the time of check out or they will have to make arrangements for another time with their housing staff member e After a housing staff member checks the room he she will close and lock the door behind you and you will be free to leave NOTE If you do not check out of the residence halls Greek Court or Univer sity Court properly you will be assessed a 25 improper check out charge and 38 be billed for damages University Apart ment residents will be assessed a 100 improper check out charge A hold will be placed on your records if necessary CLEANING CHARGES UNIVERSITY COURT amp UNIVERSITY APARTMENTS The following is a sample of cleaning charges that may be assessed upon inspection of your apartment You may also be charged for common building damages Actual cost may exceed the provided examples Stove Oven 68 Broilers 36 Lavatory 24 Stool 24 Refrigerator 50 Sink 24 Bathtub 24 Cabinets 24 Walls Windows 20 Hour Carpet Shampoo 30 Room Ext
25. sional staff He or she is responsible for the operation of an apartment complex housing approximately 350 students AREA amp RESIDENT DIRECTORS RESIDENCE HALLS Area Directors and Resident Directors are live in full time members of the pro fessional staff Their primary function is the management of a residence hall or group of residence halls They have earned at least a masters degree and have extensive backgrounds in the field of Residence Life or Student Develop ment They serve as advisors to resi dence hall governments and when ap plicable assist in planning programs in the residence halls ASSISTANT DIRECTOR HOUSING The Assistant Director is a full time member of the professional staff He or she is responsible for the overall opera tion of an area and functions in an advi sory capacity to develop the potential of each student towards their educational goals He or she has earned at least a masters degree and has an extensive background in the field of Residence Life or Student Development ASSOCIATE RESIDENT DIRECTORS ACADEMIC SUPPORT Academic Support Associate Resident Directors are live in professional mem ber of the housing staff who are cur rently working on a master s degree They are responsible for coordination of academic success initiatives and stu dent leadership development programs within University Housing and Dining Services ASSOCIATE RESIDENT DIRECTORS GREEK COURT The Greek C
26. strangers off the floors Escorting strangers who may get onto the eleva tors without keys defeats the purpose of 42 the keyed elevators They must call their host for an escort LOCKOUT PROCEDURE Locked out residents should seek as sistance from staff Excessive i e more than three in an academic year lock outs will result in a lock out charge of 5 00 and may result in judicial action Lockouts that happen while the front desk or complex office is closed will result in an automatic charge of 5 00 Lost or misplaced keys should be re ported to the housing staff immediately e RESIDENCE HALLS GREEK COURT AND UNIVERSITY APARTMENTS KEYS If keys are not found in three days the resident will be charged a total of 45 00 for key replacement and core change UNIVERSITY COURT KEYS If keys are not found in three days the resident will be charged 45 00 for the loss of an apartment key and a 10 00 charge for loss of a building key A 10 00 charge will also be assessed for lost hall closet room or mail keys Bent or broken keys returned to the of fice will result in a 10 00 charge for a replacement A valid University identi fication card must be presented and the charge must be paid at the time of the lockout LOFTS AND BUNK BED POLICY Student built or provided lofts and bunk beds are not allowed in rooms contain ing University provided loftable and bunkable furniture All student built or provided lofts and
27. student account There will be no charge for local phone calls inside the Charleston and Mattoon city limits How do set up my Voice Mail Directions are available at e u edu telecomm studentphone php have hearing or voice impairments TTYs are available for students use 24 HOUR ASSISTANCE There is a live in staff member on call 24 hours a day Check the front desk or office to see who is on duty in the resi dence halls and Greek Court PANTHER DINING GENERAL DESCRIPTION Panther Dining operates three residen tial dining centers Panther Catering the University Food Court one convenience center and Java Beanery amp Bakery In or der to best serve the University at least one of these options is in operation from 7 15am to 1am Monday through Thurs day Actual hours subject to change See the back cover for hours of opera tion Each year student and staff represen tatives evaluate each dining option and the services provided by Panther Din ing as a whole to better ensure that the needs of the campus community are met See Dining Committees on p 20 for de tails PANTHER DINING OPTIONS RESIDENTIAL DINING CENTERS STEVENSON TOWER DELI The Stevenson Tower Deli offers made to order grilled deli sandwiches wraps specialty salads Edy s ice cream nov elties and several grab n go choices to complete the meal STEVENSON GRILL ETC The Stevenson Grill Etc offers made to order brea
28. students liv ing in University Court and University Apartments 7 PLUS PLAN 7 Meals Per Week 200 Dining Dollars Per Semester 2 Bonus Meals Per Semester e 10 PLUS PLAN 10 Meals Per Week 60 Dining Dollars Per Semester 3 Bonus Meals Per Semester 12 PLUS PLAN 12 Meals Per Week 100 Dining Dollars Per Semester 4 Bonus Meals Per Semester 15 PLUS PLAN 15 Meals Per Week 140 Dining Dollars Per Semester 5 Bonus Meals Per Semester MEAL PLAN VALUES DEFINED e MEALS PER WEEK Meals Per Week are meals served in the residential dining centers You may use one of your Meals Per Week ev ery two hours Meals Per Week reset weekly i e Monday morning and are not reimbursable DINING DOLLARS Dining Dollars may be used to pur chase meals at the residential dining centers They may also be used for a 32 la carte purchases at the University Food Court Marketplace Convenience Center Panther Pantry and Java Bean ery amp Bakery Dining Dollars are good for the academic year in which they are purchased Dining Dollars that are purchased as part of a meal plan re plenish at the beginning of the semes ter in accordance with your meal plan e BONUS MEALS Like Meals Per Week Bonus Meals are meals served in the residential dining centers They may be used when all of your Meals Per Week run out Bonus Meals are good for the semester in which they are provided Bonus Meals reset each semester and are
29. the search of a student s room by law enforcement personnel in the absence of a lawfully executed search warrant ROOM APARTMENT SEARCH AND ENTRY POLICY FOR MAINTENANCE The University reserves the right to enter the apartment at any reasonable time with or without prior notice to make needed repairs for insect extermination to address health and safety concerns and to provide routine maintenance renovations or remodeling Notice will be given if possible for major repairs 46 ROOM DAMAGE CHARGES Damages beyond normal wear and tear discovered during or at the end of the school year will be charged to the stu dent s account Damages caused by residents or their guests will result in the resident being responsible for the cost of all resulting cleaning repairs and replacement of property To lessen the possibility of being charged for damages made by previ ous residents each resident is required to complete a ROOM CONDITION RE PORT upon moving into his her room or apartment The staff will help in completing the re port The staff will inspect the room at check out time and supply the student with a statement of charges It is essen tial that the student is thorough in com pleting the Room Condition Report SERVICE ANIMALS Students planning to bring service animals to campus should contact the Director of Disability Services at 217 581 6583 or the Associate Director of Housing amp Dining for Administr
30. traveling through or parked on campus provided that second hand smoke is contained within the vehicle TORNADO AND SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS The residence hall front desks will post tornado watch and severe thunderstorm watch signs It s important that residents distinguish the difference between a TORNADO WATCH and a TORNADO WARNING If the red TORNADO WATCH signs are posted by the residence hall desk this means that conditions for a tornado are favorable in the area Residents should monitor both television and radio weath er bulletins and take precautionary mea sures If a TORNADO WARNING is issued everyone should take cover in the des ignated area of that building Students should proceed in an orderly manner to the interior hallway or basement and remain there until the staff announces the end of the alert Sirens are tested at 70am on the first Tuesday of the month TRASH POLICY RESIDENCE HALLS AND GREEK COURT Residents are responsible for their per sonal trash All trash should be taken to the designated location for their resi dence Recycling should be strongly considered when removing items to be 48 Policy p 41 discarded from rooms Utilize recycling rooms and bins where applicable TRASH GARBAGE ETC UNIVERSITY COURT Next to the apartment buildings are large trash bins Place all trash in these bins and close the lid DO NOT LEAVE YOUR TRASH SITTING OUTSIDE OF YOUR APARTME
31. visitation hours escorting guests and use of restrooms designat ed for the opposite gender will result in a University reprimand and or fine Repeat violations will result in restrictions on visi tation privileges e You must escort guests at all times Members of the opposite sex are re quired to be out of the building during non visitation hours Guests of the opposite sex are requir ed to use restrooms designated for use by their gender Ask the front desk for the location s of male or female designated restrooms WATER GUNS AND WATER BALLOONS The use of water guns or water balloons is prohibited inside buildings or within 100 feet of buildings WATERBEDS Waterbeds are not allowed in University housing WEAPONS Possession or use of illegal weapons paint guns BB guns airsoft pellet guns firearms explosive devices knives e g switch blades butterfly knives hunting knives etc bows hunting equipment martial arts weaponry bullets pellets BBs or any ammunition live or inert decorative are not permitted in Univer sity housing WINDOWS AND SCREENS Open windows negatively affect the temperature within the communities Ejecting objects from the windows or ledges is extremely hazardous and is prohibited and may result in appropri ate disciplinary action Screens found removed from windows in disrepair i e torn bent broken or missing complete ly may result in fines and other disciplin ar
32. will be observed except in those instances when it interferes with the ability of the university to investigate the allegation s and take necessary corrective action Eastern Policy 173 EASTERN S COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY NONDISCRIMINATION AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION America draws its strength and vitality from the diversity of its people Eastern Illinois University is enriched by build ing a pluralistic campus that celebrates and draws upon the talents of all its stu dents faculty and staff Eastern Policy 174 Eastern Illinois University provides equality of opportunity in education and employment for all students and employees Discrimination is strictly prohibited based upon race color sex religion age national origin ancestry marital status disability veteran status sexual orientation or any other basis of discrimination precluded by federal and state statutes Eastern Policy 174 EMPLOYEE HARASSMENT Any attempt to physically or verbally ha rass a University employee in the perfor mance of his her duties will be viewed seriously and may lead to suspension from University housing and or other disciplinary action SECURITY STATISTICS Campus security statistics are available at eiu edu police Welcome_Statistics php SEXUAL HARASSMENT IS PROHIBITED AND WILL NOT BE TOLERATED Sexual harassment is prohibited in East erns policies and is a form of illegal sex discrimination prohibited by federal
33. work User Agreement rules and regula tions of the University and of University Housing amp Dining Services relative to preserving order on the premises use of the premises protection of University State of Illinois property and mainte nance of student status The general rules and regulations of the University are printed in the University Bulletin General Catalog Student Handbook Student Conduct Code Calendar Hand book and the various constitutions of University Housing Students are also bound by State of Illinois statutes which apply to students and the Univer sity and all registration and contractual agreements signed by the student and the student s parent or guardian The University reserves the right to not enter into and or terminate a contract for anyone who in the judgment of the University represents a threat to the health and safety of either themselves or others or anyone who provides false information to the University RESIDENCE HALL GREEK COURT APPLICATION The Residence Hall Greek Court hous ing application must be paid before any other action is taken A non refundable fee of 50 is required with the student s application for a room within the resi dence halls and Greek Court Payment of the application fee is a guarantee of contract fulfillment HOUSING ASSIGNMENTS RESIDENCE HALLS AND GREEK COURT Assignments are made according to the date the University receives the no
34. 0 semester hours and be under 21 years old for the 2015 2016 aca demic year To qualify for the remainder of the buildings applicants must have 60 semester hours or be 21 years old UNIVERSITY COURT UTILITIES All residents are responsible for an equal share of electric and water averages in their apartment UNIVERSITY APARTMENTS APPLICATION University Apartments applications may be obtained from University Housing amp Dining Services in the west wing lower SAMPLE CONTRACTS level of the MLK Jr Union or at eiu edu housing universityapts php A 50 non refundable housing application fee and documentation to verify family status must be submitted with the applica tion Married applicants will be asked to submit a certified courthouse copy of their marriage license Single parents must provide birth certificates for their dependant children and information on the children s school day care center or babysitter ASSIGNMENT AND OCCUPANCY FOR UNIVERSITY APARTMENTS Students must pay a minimum of 250 prior to Aug 1 for fall and Dec 1 for spring in order to guarantee their apart ment assignments Apartment requests are honored by the University in accordance with an established priority system which is keyed to the date of receipt of the 50 housing application fee Priority is first given to married couples students with dependent children graduate students and undergraduates with 90 semester hours Pri
35. 1 5733 Textbook Rental 581 3626 Food Court 581 8399 Ticket Office 581 5122 ate Java Beanery amp Bakery 581 3000 Panther Express amp Eastern Concerts EE Marketplace Convenience Center UPD Non Emergency 581 3213 RE Thomas 581 7871 Writing Center 581 5929 LE Taylor Dining Center 581 3600 LOCAL INFORMATION Thomas Dining Center 581 3700 AmerenCIPS 1 888 789 2477 Stevenson Grill Etc and Amtrak 1 800 872 7245 Stevenson Tower Deli 581 3900 Animal Control 345 4112 CAMPUS INFORMATION Checker Top Cab 234 7474 Academic Assistance 581 2313 Dial A Ride 639 5169 irs Bookstore 581 5821 Emergency 911 Career Services 581 2412 Greyhound 234 3333 Cashiers Office 581 3715 Directory Assistance Computer Help Desk 581 4357 1 area code 555 1212 Eastern Computer Tech Support Post Office 345 2900 Counseling Center 581 3413 Sarah Bush Hospital 348 2525 Financial Aid 581 3713 Water Department 345 8430 FREQUENT TOPICS OF INTEREST Cable TV Info bp 27 e Internet Ethernet Info p 25 e Candles and Combustibles p 37 e Meal Plan p 32 e Cohabitation p 38 Phone Info p 30 Dining Options p 31 e Noise Policy p 43 e Dining Hours See Back Cover Tobacco Free Campus p 48 e Guest Policy p 41 e Visitation p 49 ne HOUSING amp DINNG TABLE OF CONTENTS Academic Building Room Abbreviations Quick Reference Information amp Campus Resources Frequent Topics of Interest Housing amp Dining Table of Contents WELCOME GENERAL INFORMAT
36. 9 e Decorating Policy p 39 e Disposal of Electronic Devices p 39 Disposal of Sharp Objects p 39 Drug Policy p 39 Elevator Policy p 39 Entertaining in Your Apartment University Court p 39 Facilities in Residential Buildings Use of p 40 e Fireworks p 40 Floor Meetings Residence Halls p 40 Freshman Housing Policy p 40 False Alarms and Fire Safety Equipment p 41 Fire Extinguishers University Court p 41 e Fire Safety Evacuation Procedure p 41 Furniture Policy p 41 Gambling Policy p 41 Guest Policy p 41 Guest Registration p 42 Hallways amp Exits p 42 HOUSING amp DINNG wo TABLE OF CONTENTS e Key Policy e Keyed Elevators Residence Halls Lockout Procedure Residence Halls Greek Court University Apartments Keys University Court Keys e Lofts and Bunk Bed Policy Lost and Found Policy e Mailbox Policy e Maintenance Policy e Moves Within University Housing e Noise Policy Outlets Overloading Outside Building Doors University Court e Personal Property Policy e Pet Policy e Policies Specific to University Apartments See University Apartmen e Political Campaigning e Posting and Distribution of Materials Pranks Propping Doors Quiet Lifestyle Agreement Residence Halls e Refrigerators Residence Halls and Greek Court e Research Projects e Roof Access Room Apartment Search and Entry Policy Room Apartment Search and Entry Policy for Maintenan
37. Center Copiers Residence Halls e Ethernet and Wireless WiFi Connections Internet Access Frequently Asked Questions Troubleshooting Front Desk Office e Interchangeable Furniture Residence Halls e Laundry Facilities e ResNet Technicians and ResNet Support Supervisor p 19 Z Senior Staff Assistant Greek Court p 19 SE e Student Custodian p 19 Pa LEADERSHIP INVOLVEMENT OPPORTUNITIES P 19 E Hall Councils p 19 Residence Hall Association p 19 e National Residence Hall Honorary p 19 Bond Revenue Committee p 20 Dining Committees p 20 Scholarships Housing Related p 20 Sean R McKinney Scholarship p 20 e Brad Wright Scholarship p 20 e Richard G Enochs Scholarship p 20 e Lou amp Mary Kay Hencken Scholarship p 20 e Louis V Hencken Housing Service Scholarship p 21 Staff Partnership Scholarship p 21 Housing Services p 21 2 Academic Classrooms Residence Halls p 21 z Academic Programs p 21 Faculty Fellows Program p 21 325 HOUSING amp DINING OPTIONS AND SERVICES P 21 34 Housing Options and Features Grid p 22 Room Options Residence Halls p 22 Physical Single p 22 Double Room p 22 Se Triple Room p 22 os A Double as a Single p 22 z5 Triple as a Double p 22 SE Deluxe Double p 22 Housing Features amp Prerequisites p 22 Themed Housing Communities and Options p 23 Transfer Housing Floors p 23 Quiet Lifestyle Community p 23 Z Break Housing p 23 Honor
38. Contact the Office of Civil Rights and Diversity Title IX Coordi nator at 1011 Old Main 217 581 5020 civil eiu edu Eastern s Title IX Coor dinator is Cynthia Nichols We encour age you to contact us with questions or as soon as possible after you perceive that you have experienced harassment or witnessed harassment You are pro tected from retaliation if you bring for ward a concern or a complaint Sexual harassment complaints are investigated according to the guidelines of Eastern s Discrimination Complaint policy 173 STUDENTS WITH QUESTIONS ABOUT DISABILITIES For assistance with accommodations or other questions about disability servic es contact Kathy Waggoner Director of Student Disability Services 217 581 6583 All requests for accommodations should be filed with Student Disability Services For assistance with accom modations in Student Housing contact Kelly Miller Associate Director of Hous ing 217 581 7718 To file grievances or complaints regarding discrimination based upon a disability contact the Of fice of Civil Rights and Diversity Title IX Coordinator 1011 Old Main 581 5020 UNIVERSITY MISSION STATEMENT Eastern Illinois University is a public comprehensive university that offers superior accessible undergraduate and graduate education Students learn the methods and results of free and rigor ous inquiry in the arts humanities sci ences and professions guided by a faculty known for its
39. ESIDENCE If one roommate is of legal drinking age and the other roommate is un der the legal drinking age the of age roommate and his her guests of legal age are allowed to possess beer or wine in the room Of age guests can not possess beer or wine unless their host is present The underage room mate and his her guests of any age are not allowed to possess beer or wine in the room If the of age room mate is consuming beer or wine the under age roommate and his her guests may be present WET RESIDENCE If both residents are of legal drink ing age they may possess and con sume beer or wine in the privacy of their room and apartment as long as they meet University alcohol stan dards Residents are prohibited from consuming or storing beer or wine in common areas of a residence hall or apartment Housing staff may enter a room and direct residents regardless of age to empty containers of alcohol if e There is an excessive amount of 36 alcohol present e Other policy violations have occurred as a result from alcohol consumption e Disruptive behavior is reported or observed e Dangerous drinking habits are sus pected e The alcoholic drink is not beer or wine Conference guests alumni par ents residents and their guests are all subject to this policy APPLIANCES RESIDENCE HALLS AND GREEK COURT Appliances not permitted include air conditioners electric heaters candle warmers ceiling fans and
40. IL 61920 3945 MAILING ADDRESSES GREEK COURT Student s Name Room Alpha Gamma Delta 1017 Greek Court Charleston IL 61920 4274 Student s Name Room Alpha Phi 1013 Greek Court Charleston IL 61920 4273 Student s Name Room Alpha Sigma Alpha 1004 Greek Court Charleston IL 61920 4265 Student s Name Room Alpha Sigma Tau 1009 Greek Court Charleston IL 61920 4272 Student s Name Room Delta Delta Delta 1012 Greek Court Charleston IL 61920 4267 Student s Name Room Delta Tau Delta 1001 Greek Court Charleston IL 61920 4270 28 The following symbols phrases or abbreviated terms should not be used in mailing addresses 1 2 Room 3 Apartment 4 Apt or Apt 5 Rm or Rm and 6 any Greek symbols Students Name Room Delta Sigma Theta 1050 Greek Court Charleston IL 61920 4278 Students Name Room Delta Zeta 1016 Greek Court Charleston IL 61920 4268 Students Name Room Lamda Chi Alpha 1020 Greek Court Charleston IL 61920 4269 Student s Name Room Kappa Alpha Psi 1051 Greek Court Charleston IL 61920 4281 Student s Name Room Kappa Delta 1008 Greek Court Charleston IL 61920 4266 Student s Name Room Sigma Alpha Epsilon 1000 Greek Court Charleston IL 61920 4229 Students Name Room Sigma Chi 1021 Greek Court Charleston IL 61920 4275 Students Name Room Sigma Kappa 1034 Greek Court Charleston IL 61920 4277 Students Name Room Sigma
41. IM 97314 A89NY 30153 v71 AYOLVANSSEO SNIGINE SIJJIAYIS NYNNH H31N39 NOI1V34934 LNAONIS YILNI WYNN NVOISNY NVOINSV 18N09 ALISH3AINN 3SNOH 330N11 OIGNLS LYY S3AI WNA 18N09 3349 TYH NDIANN 100H9 S GOOMN3349 TVH 1338LS HLNIN 14N09 Y33949 H31N39 S1HV 37184 VvL TIVH 3811931 SddiHd WNIGVLS N3148 0 SLNSWLYVdY ALISH3AINN 3SNOH GYVNIVYS STIVH SV19SNO NOSN3AILS NIOONIT bapang opus O LU P 3 es vs eS es tS os 6 8r Lp or SP L44 ey k d Lu OV 6 BE LE 9E Ge ve E ze 0 6z 8z SNIGTING ZINYI TVH NOSMV1 TIVH SM3YONY TIVH SYNOHL TIVH HOTAVL TVH NVW3109 TVH WHA NYH AuvZZN8 ONIQINS SONSIOS 3411 3SNOHN3349 A V4911 H1008 8V1 YaLNdWOS 99349 TWH 43713M TIVH AINNDHOW TIVH GHO1 31N39 SLYY 3NI3 VNGNOO AN3W14vd30 39110d ALISH3AINN 3SNOH H1008 NOINN ALISH3AINN Yr ONIN YIHLM NILYYN WNISYNWAS 3349W AINW1d H3MOd S391AH3S 1INV1d 1V9ISAHd ONIGIING S391AH3S LNIONLS ONIN 3ON3I9S IWOISAHd TVH NOLYASW3d TVH YIV18 Bupa ucneassaupy por juan NIVW OTO Le 92 Se ve LA ec Le 02 6L SL LL OL SL vl Go W RE AG dVW SNdNVI 11 WELCOME GENERAL INFORMATION amp STUDENT INVOLVEMENT STUDENT PROPERTY INVENTORY Even though Eastern Illinois University is a reasonably safe campus thefts do occur The majority of these thefts are crimes of opportunity committ
42. ION amp STUDENT INVOLVEMENT Introduction University Housing amp Dining Services Mission Statement University Housing amp Dining Services Diversity Statement Campus Map Student Property Inventory Americans With Disabilities Act Discrimination is Prohibited and Will Not Be Tolerated Eastern s Commitment to Diversity Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Employee Harassment Security Statistics Sexual Harassment is Prohibited and Will Not Be Tolerated Students with Questions about Disabilities University Mission Statement Community Description Community Values Respect Valuing Diversity Community Rights e Resident s Rights e Resident s Responsibilities Staffing Professional Staff Apartment Manager University Court e Area amp Resident Directors Residence Halls e Assistant Director Housing e Associate Resident Directors Academic Support e Associate Resident Directors Greek Court e Associate Resident Directors Residence Halls e Associate Resident Directors University Court and Marketing e Building Service Workers BSW e Panther Dining Staff Secretaries Residence Halls Unit Directors Panther Dining Staffing Undergraduate Students Conference Assistant Desk Assistant Dining Student Worker Dining Student Manager Housing amp Dining Office Student Worker Night Assistant e Resident Assistant DDDDDTDD VDDTT DDDDDDTDDDTDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDTDTTDT e Computer Support ResNet Support
43. Media Relations Media Services Medical Professions Military Science Department Minority Affairs TRIO Student Support Services Minority Teacher Identification amp Enrichment Program Motor Pool Music Department New Student Programs Off Campus Academic Services Orchestra Office Panther Card Office Telecommunications Panther Dining Catering Panther Chick fil A Central Office Java Beanery amp Bakery Marketplace Convenience Center Thomas Hall Menu Line Food Line Taylor Dining Center Thomas Dining Center Stevenson Grill Etc and Stevenson Tower Deli University Food Court Panther Express Payroll Office See Human Resources Peace Meal Philosophy Department Physical Education Department Physics Department Planning amp Institutional Studies Planning amp Public Affairs Police Department University Parking Services Division Political Science Department Pre Dentistry Pre Engineering Studies Pre Legal Studies Pre Medical Studies Pre Nursing Pre Occupational Therapy Pre Optometry Pre Pharmacy Pre Physical Therapy President s Office Pre Veterinary Medicine Print Center Programs for Professional Enrichment Property Control Psychology Department Publications University 581 7650 581 6011 581 6387 581 5944 581 6690 581 7849 581 7055 581 2899 581 3925 581 6435 581 5114 581 3010 581 6596 581 5733 581 6082 581 8156 581 5733 581 3000 581 7871 581 3663 581 3600 581 3700 581 3900 581 8399 581 5122 581
44. NS I m seeing the error 403 Forbidden Access is denied message This movie service is available exclu sively in the residence halls Greek Court University Court and Univer sity Apartments You may be outside these service areas i e building IP ranges Try releasing and renew ing your IP address once you have returned to one of the service areas How do watch movies on my mobile device Pending Download the Swank Media Player app at Google Play or ITunes free of charge Can use a personal wireless router Personal wireless routers are not per mitted in the residence halls Greek Court and University Court They may be used in University Apartments Routers are not supported by the ResNet Support Center or ITS Help Desk Where can get a CAT 6 Cable Cables are available at the University Court Office and all residence hall front desks for 15 can t connect to the Internet Call 581 7708 or bring your com puter to the ResNet Support Center in the lower level of Taylor Hall What is the Eastern Residential Net work User Agreement By signing an on campus hous ing contract you have agreed to the terms and conditions of the Eastern Residential Network ResNet User agreement A copy of the agreement is posted on line at eiu edu housing computers php I m receiving a 4001 error mes sage or cannot play the movies Verify that the URL address for the movie is correct complete and
45. NT Do not put hot coals in the bins or dump coals into the bushes out side of your apartments Garbage must be taken to the dumpster If the trash bags are found sitting in the hallway or apartment trash is found in the laundry room trash can there is a charge to the resident of 5 per incident STRANGERS Never let someone into the building who is not your guest Vandalism theft and assault can occur as a result of letting strangers into your building after the doors are locked so do your part to keep strangers from entering the building Non residents wanting entry should call ahead and have a resident meet them at the outside doors Propping outside or hallway doors open for guests allows for easy en try by anyone By doing this you jeopardize the safety and security of all the residents in your building including your self UNESCORTED MEN AND WOMEN RESIDENCE HALLS All guests must be escorted at all times while in the residence halls Vandalism theft and other policy violations may oc cur as a result of unattended strangers See Bathroom Policy p 37 Cohabitation Policy p 38 and Guest or visitors roaming the halls alone For these and other reasons residents must escort guests of the opposite sex to and from their rooms Ask the front desk for the location s of male or female desig nated restrooms VACATION BREAK CLOSING POLICY For safety and health reasons whenever you leave your room for v
46. Nu 1005 Greek Court Charleston IL 61920 4271 Students Name Room Sigma Phi Epsilon 2103 12th St Charleston IL 61920 3598 Student s Name Room Sigma Sigma Sigma 1030 Greek Court Charleston IL 61920 4276 The following symbols phrases or abbreviated terms should not be used in mailing addresses 1 2 Student s Name Room Zeta Phi Beta 1054 Greek Court Charleston IL 61920 4279 MAILING ADDRESSES UNIVERSITY COURT Student s Name Apartment Bloomfield Charleston IL 61920 Student s Name Apartment Cooper Charleston IL 61920 Student s Name Apartment Elliott Charleston IL 61920 Student s Name Apartment Gabbard Charleston IL 61920 Student s Name Apartment Giffin Charleston IL 61920 Student s Name Apartment Hampton Charleston IL 61920 Students Name Apartment Lancaster Charleston IL 61920 Student s Name Apartment Ringenberg Charleston IL 61920 Students Name Apartment Saunders Charleston IL 61920 Student s Name Apartment Yorkshire Charleston IL 61920 MAILING ADDRESSES UNIVERSITY APARTMENTS Student s Name Apt University Apartments Charleston IL 61920 Room 3 Apartment 4 Apt or Apt 5 Rm or Rm and 6 any Greek symbols 29 HOUSING amp DINING OPTIONS AND SERVICES TROUBLESHOOTING PHONE SERVICE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What do need to do to take advan tage of the free local phone service pro
47. S Emergency telephones are located throughout campus These phones are bright blue with a blue light on top to allow students to quickly recognize them if the assistance of a University police officer is needed By simply pressing a button police are dis patched to the location of the respec tive phone LIGHTING Areas around on campus housing are well lit SECURITY CAMERAS Security cameras have been in stalled in the public areas of Univer sity operated housing units 24 e STAFFING University Police Charleston Police and Night Assistants keep watch while residents are asleep COMPUTER SUPPORT RESNET SUPPORT CENTER The ResNet Support Center assists on campus residents with software related issues such as virus removal and hard drive clean up Residents may call 581 7708 or bring their computers to the ResNet Support Center in the lower level of Taylor Hall from 10am 10pm Mon day Thursday and 10am 5pm on Friday COPIERS RESIDENCE HALLS Copy machines are available in McK inney Thomas Stevenson Taylor and Pemberton Halls If you experience any problems with the copy machines re port it to the residence hall desk ETHERNET AND WIRELESS INTERNET WIFI CONNECTIONS Individual Ethernet connections are pro vided per resident Wireless Internet Ac cess is available in all residence halls Greek Court and University Court See p 25 for more details FRONT DESK OFFICE Each area has a front des
48. Sharp Objects Double as a Single Double Room Dress Code in the Dining Facilities Drug Policy Dry Residence O0 Eastern s Commitment to Diversity Nondiscriminaiton and Affirmative Action Elevator Policy Emergency Siren and Public Address System Emergency Telephones Employee Harassment Entertaining in Your Apartment University Court Entry to Dining Facilities Ethernet and Wireless WiFi Connections Exam Snacks Facilities in Residential Buildings Use of Faculty Fellows Program False Alarms and Fire Safety Equipment Fire Extinguishers University Court Fire Safety Evacuation Procedure Fireworks Floor Meetings Residence Halls Food Events Frequent Topics of Interest Freshman Housing Policy Front Desk Office Furniture Policy Gambling Policy General Standards Gift Packages and Cards Guest Policy Guest Registration Guests in Dining Facilities Hall Councils Hallways amp Exits Honors Housing Floors Housing amp Dining Office Student Worker 64 p 32 p 32 See Back Cover DDTDTDDDDDDDDTT w S N DR ROUE E ER ER KAA KO 33 DDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDTTST TD o HOUSING amp DINING OPTIONS AND SERVICES P 21 34 Housing amp Dining Table of Contents p 49 Housing Assignments Residence Halls and Greek Court Housing Down Payment Housing Features amp Prerequisites Housing Options and Features Grid Housing Payments Housing Services Housi
49. UNIVERSITY COURT The use storage of charcoal gas barbe cue grills on University Court balconies is prohibited Charcoal barbecue grills may be stored in residences and used in grassy areas of University Court at a distance of 15 feet from any building or structure Gas grills may not be stored or used in the University Court complex BATHROOM POLICY Guests of the opposite sex are required to use restrooms designated for use by their gender Ask the front desk for the location of male female designated re strooms All facilities including showers are designated as single person use BICYCLES MOTOR DRIVEN VEHICLES IN LINE SKATES amp SKATE BOARDS Bicycle racks are available at each Uni versity housing facility as well as near campus buildings Bicycles cannot be stored in any public area in University housing facilities or locked to any Uni versity building stairwell etc Bicycles may be stored in student rooms or apartments providing all roommates agree Anyone who owns a bicycle is encouraged to obtain a strong lock and chain and register his her bike with the University Police Department Bikes may not be ridden in University buildings student rooms or apartments Any bicycle left in the bike racks after the end of the spring semester will be considered abandoned property After 30 days the University can dispose of those bikes without recourse from the owner Motorized vehicles should also be regis tered with
50. University After their visit guests should leave promptly from the residence hall The host must ensure that the presence of the guest s does not infringe on the rights of their room mate or overall community e GUESTS REGISTRATION All non student overnight residence hall guests must register during nor mal desk hours through the front desk of the residence hall at which they are staying A resident may host an infrequent and occasional overnight guest provided that such does not interfere with the rights of the roommate s or other community members Residents must have their roommate s consent for a guest stay overnight Guests may stay overnight with a resident for no longer than two consecutive days i e a typ ical weekend stay unless otherwise noted by a professional staff member HALLWAYS amp EXITS Hallways and stairwell doors must be kept closed at all times unless otherwise specified by a housing staff member KEY POLICY All residents are issued keys i e entry doors mailbox and room or apartment keys to their residence Students are re quired to carry their keys with them at all times Students are not allowed to give lend their keys to another person A resi dent may not check out a spare key to give to another person Residents may not make duplicates of any of the keys issued to them KEYED ELEVATORS RESIDENCE HALLS Keyed elevators help to ensure your own personal safety by keeping unwanted
51. University housing is one of the many learning experiences that you will enjoy during your college career We wish you success in the attain ment of your educational goals and the enjoyment of the challenges and oppor tunities you will have while attending Eastern Mark Hudson Director NA University Housing amp Dining Services UNIVERSITY HOUSING amp DINING SERVICES MISSION STATEMENT University Housing amp Dining Services at Eastern Illinois University strives to cre ate an educational and nurturing envi ronment conducive to diverse learning opportunities and receptive to the needs of our students and guests in a manner that is congruent with the overall mission of the University UNIVERSITY HOUSING amp DINING SERVICES DIVERSITY STATEMENT The Department of University Housing amp Dining Services at Eastern Illinois Uni versity pledges to create and uphold a community that embraces diversity in all forms where people are treated with dignity and respect In this community all are safe to express their views to live and grow as people without fear of dis crimination or prejudice and have the right to be accepted not simply toler ated 10 NAWA IOANI LEE sndwue9 noynoy p91e90 seuoyd AousBiaus jueseidei joq ei YSLN39 ADYSN3 JIIYMIJNJY nso IWLN3Y HOOSLX3L SQ13l4 WYENWVSLNI 07314 Y39908 301 3 v1 S14N09 SINNIL ONNYYG 07314 Y3INOW Lv WNIGYLS SSHOVOO 97314 TIWELIOS SWVITI
52. acation pe riods you must turn off all your lights unplug all appliances includes refrig erators and computers but excludes aquariums empty wastebaskets and close and lock your windows and doors After the building is closed the staff will check the rooms to insure compliance with this policy Violations of policy may result in disciplinary action VISITATION HOURS RESIDENCE HALLS The initial responsibility for control and supervision of visitation hours belongs to the individual Consideration for pri vacy and rights of roommates and other residents must be respected Each guest of the opposite sex must be es corted from the lobby to and from the student s room Students are respon sible for the conduct of their guests Andrews 2 through 6 and 9th floors Douglas Ford Lawson Lincoln McK inney Pemberton 1 floor north only Stevenson Taylor Thomas and Weller Halls have 24 hour visitation 7 days a week The maximum hours of visita tion for members of the opposite sex in Andrews 7 and 8 floors only and Pemberton Halls with the exception of the 1 floor north are Monday through Thursday 11am to 11 55pm and from 11am Friday morning to 11 55pm Sun day evening 24 hour visitation for members of the opposite sex will be extended to week nights when there are no University scheduled classes the following day VISITATION POLICY RESIDENCE HALLS Minor violations of the Visitation Policy such as
53. ation at 217 581 5111 to make arrangements for accommodation Please allow sufficient time so that appropriate arrangements can be made See Pet Policy on p 44 SMOKE DETECTORS Smoke detectors have been installed in all student rooms apartments and suites for the safety of all residents Tampering with the detector or removing the battery defeats the protection for you and others that the smoke detectors provide The University feels so strongly about the safety of its buildings and occupants that a fine of 50 for the first offense 100 for the second offense and 200 for the third offense will be imposed as a deterrent to those who would tamper with or remove the battery from a smoke detector Problems with a smoke detec tor should be reported to a housing staff member immediately SNOWBALL FIGHTS Snowball fights are prohibited within 100 feet of buildings STUDY HOURS RESIDENCE HALLS This year study hours will be voted on by the residents of each hall that s YOU Until voting occurs for these hours we will begin the year with the follow ing study hours in effect 8pm to 10am Sundays through Thursdays and 12am to 12pm Fridays and Saturdays During Midterm and Final Exam weeks inten sive study hours are in effect 24 hours a day with relief hours being from Noon to 1pm 5 to 6pm and 10 to 10 30pm No loud or disruptive noise should be heard outside rooms during study hours All other hours are courtesy ho
54. bers and support for the committee DINING COMMITTEES Dining works with housing staff mem bers and a number of student dining committees to evaluate options and ser vices throughout the academic year Any student who wishes to be a part of a din ing committee may inquire with the hall government of his or her residence hall SCHOLARSHIPS HOUSING RELATED SEAN R MCKINNEY SCHOLARSHIP The recipient must be a student with two or less semesters completed at Eastern not including the semester of nomina tion He or she must have demonstrated leadership and involvement in enriching the residence hall environment at East ern The recipient must maintain a mini mum GPA of 2 25 and live in a residence hall for the following academic year This award is announced in the spring and awarded in the fall 20 BRAD WRIGHT SCHOLARSHIP The recipient must be an undergraduate student at Eastern during the semes ter of nomination He or she must have been employed as a Resident Assistant for a minimum of one semester before or including the semester of nomination The recipient must have earned a mini mum cumulative GPA of 2 75 at the end of the semester before nomination He or she should show a giving personal ity strong character and inspire others at Eastern through their example without seeking reward The recipient must live on campus during the fall semester that the award is issued RICHARD G ENOCHS SCHOLARSHIP The r
55. btain written approval from the Coles County Department of Public Health and the As sociate Director of University Housing amp Dining Services for Panther Dining Nec essary forms include Temporary Food Permit Coles County Public Health at 217 348 0530 Food Event Form Pan ther Dining and Request To Use Facili ties Form University Housing amp Dining Services TAKING FOOD OUT OF THE RESIDENTIAL DINING CENTERS Students may request a to go box while in line at all of the residential din ing centers each dining center has a 50 limitation on the food taken out by a cus tomer No food may be brought into the dining facilities It is the responsibility of the student customer to provide proof of purchase for any items brought into or taken out of the dining facilities CONTRACT INFORMATION CONTRACT DATES RESIDENCE HALLS GREEK COURT AND UNIVERSITY COURT The contract for the 2015 2016 academ ic year is from August 20 2015 to May 7 2016 2015 2016 ROOM AND BOARD RATES RESIDENCE HALLS AND GREEK COURT 2015 2016 Rates based on standard double room occupancy per semester 7 Plus Plan 7 Meals Per Week plus 200 Dining Dollars per semester plus 2 Bonus meals per semester 10 Plus Plan 10 Meals Per Week plus 60 Dining Dollars per semester plus 3 Bonus Meals per semester 12 Plus Plan 12 Meals Per Week plus 100 Dining Dollars per semester plus 4 Bonus Meals per semester 15 Plus Plan 15
56. bunk beds must meet the following standards Beds and frames must be free stand ing and cannot be attached to a wall ceiling or room furnishings Bolsters may not be removed from the wall or readjusted to accommodate a loft or bunk bed Bunk beds must support the full length of the box spring unit University furnishings including bed frames and mattresses may not be removed transferred or exchanged from or between rooms All lofts and bunk beds must be de signed and constructed with fire and personal safety in mind Enclosed lofts are not permitted University Housing amp Dining Services will remove any loft or bunk bed that doesn t follow these guidelines The Uni versity assumes no responsibility for any personal or property damage resulting from the use of student built bunk beds or lofts See Furniture Policy on p 41 LOST AND FOUND POLICY Non perishable lost and found items will be held for 30 days After 30 days the property will be turned over to the Uni versity Police Department or a charitable group MAILBOX POLICY Official University correspondence may be placed in student residential mail boxes by the building staff only MAINTENANCE POLICY Residents are not permitted to under take repair work to the building or its equipment Residents may not alter the structure paint or remove any Universi ty property from the assigned residence unless given permission in writing from the Associat
57. ce Room Damage Charges Residence Halls and Greek Court Service Animals Smoke Detectors Snowball Fights Study Hours Residence Halls e Solicitation Telephone and Internet Harassment If You Are Being Harassed by Telephone or Internet Threats Disruptive Conduct and Destruction of Property Tobacco Free Campus e Tornado and Severe Thunderstorms e Trash Policy Residence Halls and Greek Court e Trash Garbage etc University Court Unescorted Men and Women Residence Halls Strangers e Vacation Break Closing Policy e Visitation Hours Residence Halls e Visitation Policy Residence Halls e Water Guns and Water Balloons e Waterbeds Weapons DDDDDDDDTDDTDTT p DDDDDDTDDDTDDDDDDDTDDDDDDDTDTT DT ts f amp NS Ss fs SE LE amp amp amp amp NS S amp amp ff l S amp S e amp amp a S NS RS Co amp amp amp amp amp D D D D D ND RBRRRRREREH a Go MN HN NN NO O O O1 O1 O1 O1 O1 1 O1 A Handbook Windows and Screens Panther Dining Related Standards Behavior in Dining Facilities Comment Cards Report Cards for Dining Facilities Dress Code in the Dining Facilities Entry to Dining Facilities Food Events Guests in Dining Facilities Taking Food Out of the Residential Dining Centers CONTRACT INFORMATION Contract Information Contract Dates Residence Halls Greek Court and University Court Room and Board Rates Res
58. difference and to engage in open exchange about both ideas and decisions VALUING DIVERSITY Eastern Illinois University is committed to strengthening the relationships and level of understanding among people by supporting them in learning about the diversity that exists and enriches our community We encourage each person to see this as a lifelong learn ing process in which he she continues to develop the skill and attitude neces sary to be a positive and productive member of society COMMUNITY WATCH Much like the neighborhood watch program found in many communi ties we ask you to watch out for and protect your home away from home and the members of your neighbor hood The safety and security of each residence hall depends in part on the actions and responsibility exercised by each community member No lock or security measure is effective when ignored or used improperly For your own safety and the safety of your fel low residents please observe appro priate safety and security measures RESIDENT S RIGHTS The University housing community en titles each student the right to Read and study without interference 16 unreasonable noise or other distrac tions Sleep without undue disturbance Have personal privacy within an indi vidual resident s room Live in a clean sanitary environment Have free access to one s room and facilities Host guests but with the understand ing that guests will h
59. does not contain spaces Make any needed corrections and if needed try releasing and renewing your IP address The movie I m watching stops in the middle of playback or appears to be incomplete Contact digital support at 866 815 7719 or digitalsupport swank com Still not working Other problems Contact the ResNet Support Center at 581 7708 for assistance 25 HOUSING amp DINING OPTIONS AND SERVICES LAUNDRY FACILITIES On campus washing machines are all high efficiency Panther Card i e University ID operated machines that require the use of high efficiency HE detergent Only two tablespoons of de tergent are required per load of laundry On campus laundry facilities are for on campus residents for the building they are assigned to only Off campus students are not permitted to utilize on campus laundry facilities and on cam pus residents are not permitted to allow off campus students to gain access to or utilize on campus laundry facilities MAINTENANCE REQUESTS ON LINE WORK ORDERS On campus students can report main tenance problems at their front desk or office or at eiu edu housing work_order php Problems should be explained in full so the urgency of the situation can be determined Safety and security re quests are first priority Immediate ser vice will be rendered when possible if one of the following conditions exists e A blocked sewer system affecting many occupants A
60. e amp Labor Relations Employment Civil Service Employment Processing Faculty A amp P Examinations Civil Service Human Resources Information Systems Job Line Management Systems Payroll Civil Service Hourly Payroll Faculty A amp P Civil Service Exempt Student amp Graduate Payroll Training amp Staff Development Worker s Compensation D Cards Telecommunications Office nformal Recreation Office nformation Technology Services Internet E Mail Telecommunications nstitutional Studies nstructional Technology Center nsurance Faculty amp Staff See Benefits nsurance Property amp Risk Management Liability 581 6590 581 7088 581 6784 581 6890 581 6595 581 6585 581 7090 581 6898 581 6123 581 7070 581 7089 581 8504 581 5943 581 7786 581 5290 581 3013 581 5218 581 3310 581 7650 581 2018 581 5111 581 7482 581 7708 581 5733 581 8504 581 3923 581 5633 581 8000 581 5825 581 381 581 261 581 346 581 765 581 391 581 696 581 691 581 696 581 221 581 211 581 551 581 6402 581 7835 581 6596 581 3961 581 3227 581 4357 581 5951 581 5023 581 3823 O 0 OO 581 2921 57 gt F oo uo CAMPUS DIRECTORY Internal Auditing International Programs Admissions Support Services Intensive English Language Center Study Abroad Intramural Sports Office Inventory See Property Control Journalism Department Kappa Alpha Psi House See Greek Court Organizations
61. e Director of University Housing amp Dining Services for Residen tial Facilities MOVES WITHIN UNIVERSITY HOUSING It is required that you contact your staff member before you move within the building or transfer to another residence hall or to Greek Court so he she can complete the necessary change forms YOU MUST OFFICIALLY CHECK OUT OF THE ORIGINALLY ASSIGNED SPACE TO AVOID AN IMPROPER CHECK OUT OR MOVE CHARGE OF 25 NOISE POLICY All residents have the right to read study and sleep without interference or unrea sonable noise and other disturbances Therefore a uniform noise policy was developed to insure these rights are ob served and that all students know what is expected of them The University reserves the right to re move or restrict the use of radios tele visions stereo systems or the use of musical instruments if they are used in such a way as to disturb the other resi dents or if their use creates a fire hazard or housekeeping problem The first inci dent will result in a warning and or Uni versity reprimand Repeated violations will result in fines and or restrictions PLEASE USE HEADPHONES FOR THE CONSIDERATION OF YOUR ROOM MATE AND OTHER RESIDENTS OUTLETS OVERLOADING Buildings are wired to provide ample outlets in each room They are not de signed to be overloaded with multiple plugs or extension cords Overloaded circuits may cause wiring to melt and possibly start a fire Fused multiple o
62. e housing staff even if an alarm is not sounded so that the extinguisher may be recharged and the area cleaned FURNITURE POLICY University furniture may not be removed from apartments rooms or public areas Additionally furniture may not be trans ferred or exchanged between apart ments or rooms without prior written ap proval from University Housing amp Dining Services Additionally foosball pool tables water beds freezers and large electrical appli ances cannot be moved into University operated housing See Lofts and Bunk Bed Policy on p 42 GAMBLING POLICY Gambling in any form is prohibited in University housing The mere absence of money from sight does not provide a loophole to permit gambling GUEST POLICY A guest is defined as an individual who is visiting a person residing in a spe cific room apartment other than the resi dence assigned to said individual by the University regardless of whether or not they reside within the same building All residents are responsible for the actions and behaviors of their guest s who en ter our communities The host must stay with their guest at all times during their visit and inform them of any policies and standards of the learning community See Bathroom Policy p 37 Cohabitation Policy p 38 Unescorted 41 Men and Women p 48 and Visitation Policies p 49 gt Z di STANDARDS COMMUNITY STANDARDS housing and the
63. easurer TRIO Student Support Services University Apartments University Board See Student Life University Counsel University Court University Police Department University Professionals of Illinois UPI University Publications University Studies University Union Martin Luther King Jr University Union Bookstore Bowling Billiards Business Operations Campus Scheduling Catering amp Dining Services See Panther Dining Check Cashing Copy Express 581 2312 581 5522 581 6054 581 3829 581 2812 581 2812 581 2814 581 2821 581 5522 581 6396 581 3827 581 2620 581 7487 581 2023 581 7763 581 3463 581 5832 581 3719 581 7128 581 7128 581 6269 581 2721 581 5951 581 3626 581 3121 581 5958 581 2458 581 3219 581 5958 581 3110 581 6402 581 2921 581 7849 581 5633 581 7249 581 8000 581 3213 581 6005 581 5982 581 6056 581 5821 581 7457 581 3616 581 3861 581 5122 581 3820 61 gt F oo uo CAMPUS DIRECTORY Dining Services See Housing amp Dining Services University First Mid lllinois Bank amp Trust Hair Salon Housing Services See Housing amp Dining Services University Legal Service New Student Programs Panther Express Bus Service not shuttle service Student Programs Student Government Ticket Information University Board USDA NRCS SOIL GIS Survey User Services Veterans Services Warbler Eastern Yearbook WEIU FM 88 9 WEIU TV Channel 51 WEIU FM TV News R
64. ecipient shall be a sophomore ju nior senior or graduate student at East ern during the semester of nomination with a stated intention of returning to the University for the fall semester following the semester he she is selected The recipient must reside in the residence halls or University operated apartment at the time of nomination The recipi ent shall be of outstanding scholastic achievement and personal character He or she must have demonstrated achieve ment in terms of his or her contribution to the residence hall program or pro gramming within a University operated apartment complex Financial need may be considered by the Committee but only after the candidate list has been re duced to three or less by the application of all other stated criteria The scholar ship award shall be paid only upon the recipients enrollment at Eastern for the fall semester following the date of his or her spring semester selection LOU amp MARY KAY HENCKEN SCHOLARSHIP The recipient s shall be a full time stu dent enrolled at Eastern with a minimum of a sophomore standing The student should be seeking secondary teacher HOUSING amp DINING OPTIONS AND SERVICES certification with preference given to students majoring in Career and Tech nical Education Applicants must be residents of Coles Douglas St Clair Macoupin or Montgomery counties The recipient s must live in University Hous ing One exception of this require
65. ed by per sons who discover unattended property By locking your doors and securing your property you make it harder for thieves to victimize you Please fill out the following form and keep it for your records Recording this data now will better ensure that the Uni versity Police Department will have the necessary information should your prop erty be lost or stolen in the future See Personal Property Policy on p 44 NAME HOME ADDRESS CITY ZIP HOME PHONE CELL EASTERN CHARLESTON ADDRESS ITEM DESCRIPTION BRAND SERIAL NUMBER Please call 911 IMMEDIATELY if you witness any suspicious activity or are the victim of a crime 12 ITEM DESCRIPTION BRAND SERIAL NUMBER Please call 911 IMMEDIATELY if you witness any suspicious activity or are the victim of a crime 13 ss Ra nS WELCOME GENERAL INFORMATION amp STUDENT INVOLVEMENT AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 no individual shall be discriminated against on the basis of disability in the full and equal enjoyment of the goods services facili ties privileges advantages or accom modations of the University Further no qualified individual with a disability shall by reason of such disability be exclud ed from participation in or be denied the benefits of the services programs or activities of the Uni
66. ent employees and enforcing sanitation laws and Pan ther Dining guidelines HOUSING amp DINING OFFICE STUDENT WORKER Housing amp Dining Office Student Work ers are amongst the first people students will talk with when they contact Univer sity Housing amp Dining Services This is a customer service position whose duties include answering phones data input computer inquiry answering questions mail forwarding filing and providing assistance at the reception counter as well as many other miscellaneous tasks needed to operate the Office of Univer sity Housing amp Dining Services NIGHT ASSISTANT Night Assistants work closely with the University Police Department in the eve nings to provide security for students and University property Their primary function is to act as the eyes and ears of the University Police Department RESIDENT ASSISTANT Resident Assistants live on each floor in the residence halls Their primary con cern is the resident population on their floor They assist students personally or through appropriate referrals with aca demic personal social or other types of services that aid college students with University life RESNET TECHNICIANS AND RESNET SUPPORT SUPERVISOR COMPUTER SUPPORT ResNet Technicians and ResNet Support Supervisors are responsible for monitor ing the ResNet Support Center located in the lower level of Taylor Hall and help ing on campus residents with software
67. ents involved To avoid any problems you need to know the University s policy on beer and wine Social gatherings at which beer and wine are served are permissible in stu dent apartments yet parties are not The distinction in terms need not be made 39 gt Z aie STANDARDS COMMUNITY STANDARDS so much by the number of people pres ent as the level of disruption created In any case the maximum number of peo ple allowed in the apartmentis 14 which includes the residents of the apartment If you intend to hold social gatherings in your apartment please observe the fol lowing responsibilities HARD ALCOHOL IS NOT ALLOWED ON UNIVERSITY PROPERTY INCLUD ING UNIVERSITY COURT Respect your neighbors Keep them informed of any pending social gath erings you plan to host in your apart ment End your party at a reasonable hour A reasonable volume must be maintained at all times or your guests will be asked to leave the premises Keep your social gatherings small and manageable Don t post signs adver tising a party Know your guests as you are responsible for their conduct and any damages they cause Observe the University s guidelines for possession of beer and wine on Uni versity property Do not bring in kegs DO NOT permit your guests to leave your apartment with beer and wine You may be held financially liable to third parties for damages caused by someone to whom you have served
68. er to assist the student in identifying campus resources and information to aid the student toward achieving their goals PUBLIC RECREATION AREAS A number of activities are available for on campus student use in the public ar eas of each of the residence halls Ac tivities will differ from building to build ing but may include pool and or ping pong tables pinball machines video games air hockey and TVs TROUBLESHOOTING CABLE TELEVISION FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How do set up my TV You must provide a digital TV with a built in QAM tuner 10 coaxial cable and a TV remote TVs built after 2006 have an internal NTSC tuner but not all TVs will have the re quired QAM tuner Be sure to confirm that your TV has a QAM tuner Go to eiu edu housing cablefaqtv php for more details Connect a coaxial cable to the video out port on 4 X 4 box located on the wall in your residence Connect the other end to the video in port on your TV Does Eastern provide coaxial cables No but coaxial cable is readily available at most electronic stores have missing channels Set the input source to cable not antenna and run the auto programming feature as instructed in your TV s user manual It s preferable do an all scan but be sure to complete a digital scan What if my cable goes out or one of the channels isn t working Check the cable connection from the 4 X 4 box on your wall and TV
69. erminating Pet 80 Carpet Swept 60 COHABITATION POLICY Only the individual s as assigned by the University may reside in a Univer sity operated residence An excessive number of visits even if they last no more than two nights in a row may be considered a violation of the cohabita tion policy Excessive frequency and or duration of a guest s stay may also be considered a policy violation Guests may not prolong their visit by moving to another room A guest may not occupy a room while the host and roommate s are absent A host may not leave a guest with their roommate without seeking the consent of the roommate first The room mate must understand that if they con sent they are taking responsibility for their roommate s guest COIN OPERATED MACHINES Coin operated machines or game tables in student rooms are prohibited See Bathroom Policy p 37 Guest Policy p 41 Unescorted Men and Women p 48 and Visitation Policies p 49 COMMON DAMAGE FLOOR CHARGES RESIDENCE HALLS AND GREEK COURT Damages occurring in public areas are charged to individuals or groups when responsibility is established When the individual responsible cannot be deter mined all residents of the building or floor become collectively responsible for costs involved in repair or replacement COOKING IN ROOMS RESIDENCE HALLS AND GREEK COURT There are kitchenettes and microwaves located in each residence hall and Greek Court
70. g Building Service Workers BSW Cable Television Frequently Asked Questions Troubleshooting Cable Television Services CALENDAR 69 186 CAMPUS DIRECTORY 53 62 Campus Map Campus Security Candles and Combustibles Policy Charleston Market Featuring Freschetta s Pizza Check Out Procedures Chick fil A Choosing your meal plan Christmas Trees Cleaning Charges University Court amp University Apartments Cohabitation Policy Coin Operated Machines Comment Cards Report Cards for Dining Facilities Common Damage Floor Charges Residence Halls and Greek Court DVUUVDUDUDDUDUD VPMVDDVUDDUDUDD z Community Description p 15 gt Community Rights p 16 5 COMMUNITY STANDARDS P 34 50 Community Values p 15 Computer Support Resnet Support Center p 24 Conference Assistant p 18 Contract Dates Residence Halls Greek Court p 50 and University Court CONTRACT INFORMATION Contract Information Contracts Samples Cooking in Rooms Residence Halls and Greek Court Copiers Residence Halls Damp Residence Decorating Policy Deluxe Double Desk Assistant Dietary Needs Dining Center Reservation Requests Dining Committees PUPDDUDDUDDDD wo O 63 S INDEX ining Dollar Purchases ining Dollars ining Hours of Operation ining Student Manager ining Student Worker isciplinary Records isciplinary Sanctions iscrimination is Prohibited and Will Not Be Tolerated isposal of Electronic Devices isposal of
71. g Channel 79 17 EWTN WCCU MeTV 43 1 The Weather Channel 79 19 Inspiration Network WUSI PBS Worldview 43 2 Comedy Central 79 21 C SPAN2 WSIU PBS HD 43 3 TNT 79 23 Home Shopping WCIA 3 CBS HD 43 4 CNN Network WUSI PBS Create 43 5 E 79 3 C SPAN Updates available at e u edu housing tvchannel php HOUSING amp DINING OPTIONS AND SERVICES MAIL SERVICES Mail is delivered to University housing facilities each day except Sundays and U S Postal Service holidays There is one mailbox per room or apartment e MAILING ADDRESSES RESIDENCE HALLS Student s Name Room Andrews Hall 2150 7th St Charleston IL 61920 4062 Student s Name Room Douglas Hall 280 Grant Ave Charleston IL 61920 3354 Student s Name Room Ford Hall 1867 4th St Charleston IL 61920 3943 Student s Name Room Lawson Hall 2151 4th St Charleston IL 61920 4063 Student s Name Room Lincoln Hall 360 Grant Ave Charleston IL 61920 3355 Student s Name Room McKinney Hall 1907 4th St Charleston IL 61920 3944 Student s Name Room Pemberton Hall 1521 4th St Charleston IL 61920 3946 Student s Name Room Stevenson Hall 320 Grant Ave Charleston IL 61920 3356 Student s Name Room Taylor Hall 2121 4th St Charleston IL 61920 4064 Student s Name Room Thomas Hall 2120 7th St Charleston IL 61920 4065 Student s Name Room Weller Hall 1921 4th St Charleston
72. hnology Center STUSRV Student Services Building HMSV Human Services Building TARBLE Tarble Arts Center KLEM Klehm Hall TOMH Thomas Hall LFSC Life Sciences Building TAYH Taylor Hall LMPH Lumpkin Hall TXBK Textbook Rental Building LNTZ Lantz UNION Martin Luther King Union 2 te QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATION L lw pe amp CAMPUS RESOURCES o GENERAL HOUSING INFORMATION CAMPUS INFORMATION CONTINUED a Andrews 581 3759 Health Service 581 3013 Douglas 581 5551 Honors Program 581 2018 Ford 581 2878 ITC Lab Buzzard 581 3823 Greek Court 581 8504 Library Circulation 581 6071 Housing Central Office 581 5111 Library Hours 581 6423 Lawson 581 5131 Library Workshops 581 6061 Lincoln 581 5551 Mathematics Tutoring 581 2028 McKinney 581 2878 Panther Card Information 581 6596 Pemberton 581 2578 Parking 581 5416 ResNet Support Center 581 7708 Reading Center 581 7898 Housing Computer Tech Support Registrar 581 3511 3831 Stevenson 581 5551 Sexual Assault Counseling and Taylor 581 3333 Information Service SACIS 348 5033 2 Thomas 581 3079 24 Hour Hotline 1 888 345 2846 zz Weller 581 2878 Speech Language amp Hearing Clinic University Court 581 8000 581 2712 25 University Apartments 581 5633 Student Recreation Center 581 2821 GENERAL PANTHER DINING INFORMATION Telecommunications 581 5951 Catering Panther 581 6082 Term Paper Clinics 581 6072 Dining Menu 581 3663 Testing Services 581 5986 Dining Central Office 58
73. ics re lated to the needs of the ever changing student population RHA has provided input on room and board rates policy changes furniture purchases and reno vation plans Go to castle eiu edu rhaorg for more information NATIONAL RESIDENCE HALL HONORARY The National Residence Hall Honorary NRHH is the recognition branch of the National Association of College and University Residence Halls NACURH NACURH as an organization believes that recognition is a must in a strong res idence hall community As such NRHH is there to make sure that we don t for get to give those who deserve it a much needed pat on the back 19 SS Ra nS WELCOME GENERAL INFORMATION amp STUDENT INVOLVEMENT NRHH chapters have a special way of recognizing those top leaders by mem bership NRHH chapter membership is restricted to the top 1 of students liv ing in the residence halls per school Go to castle eiu edu nrhh for details BOND REVENUE COMMITTEE Students are appointed to the Bond Rev enue Committee by the Residence Hall Association and the Student Senate to advise housing administration on room and board rates for the following year They also look at long range plans and facility renovation needs for University Housing amp Dining Services These plans are reported to the Residence Hall As sociation and Student Senate for input Residence hall staff and housing office personnel serve as ex officio mem
74. idence Halls and Greek Court Room amp Board Payments Housing Down Payment Housing Payments Terms and Conditions of Housing Contracts Residence Hall Greek Court Application Housing Assignments Residence Halls and Greek Court Roommate Assignments Residence Halls and Greek Court University Court Application Requirements to Live In University Court University Court Utilities University Apartments Application Assignment and Occupancy for University Apartments Sample Contracts Requirements to Live in University Apartments CAMPUS DIRECTORY INDEX CALENDAR Panther Dining Hours of Operation DYT Sx t 50 50 50 51 51 51 51 51 51 52 52 52 52 52 52 53 DDDDTDDDDDTDDTDTDTD n ol T o N P 62 68 P 69 186 See Back Cover Ss Ra nS WELCOME GENERAL INFORMATION amp STUDENT INVOLVEMENT On behalf of the entire staff of University Housing amp Dining Services would like to take this opportunity to welcome all of our new and returning students to on campus housing at Eastern Illinois University We are well aware that the majority of your time outside of the classroom will be spent in University housing and it is our goal to make those hours enjoyable and productive As always we are eager to be of service whenever possible and strive to do our very best to provide an environment that will maximize your col lege experience We feel that living in
75. if you lived outside the University The same precautions should hold true for your University room See Student Property Inventory on p 12 PET POLICY Pets are not allowed in University hous ing with the exception of fish in a prop erly equipped aquarium Violators are subject to cleaning damage extermina tion charges University disciplinary ac tion and or eviction See Service Animals on p 46 POLICIES SPECIFIC TO UNIVERSITY APARTMENTS See University Apartments Handbook POLITICAL CAMPAIGNING Please refer to Eastern Policy No 93 at castle eiu edu auaditing igplisting php POSTING AND DISTRIBUTION OF MATERIALS No announcements advertising signs or printed matter may be placed on the interior or exterior walls windows 44 or doors of any building except in residences as permitted by Office of University Housing and Dining policy in individual offices or on designated posting areas on trees lampposts trash containers fences sidewalks grounds or equipment of the University Advertising on parked vehicles without prior written permission from the Cam pus Scheduling Office is prohibited Bulletin boards are maintained by the University for academic use for Uni versity business or for other authorized purposes The privilege of using such facilities for the promotion of co curric ular activities for other events of inter est to the University community or for commercial purposes is p
76. in University housing in order to avoid a proliferation of rules governing individual conduct NOTIFICATION OF PARENTS Students under 21 years of age who are financially dependent on their parent s or guardian s will be notified of disci plinary action taken which jeopardizes the students residence or enrollment Housing or Disciplinary Probation or which results in the student s suspen sion or removal SUSPENSION REMOVAL FROM THE UNIVERSITY Suspension removal from the University may result from incidents whether on or off campus involving theft inflicting bodily harm to self or others dealing in controlled substances possession of ANY amount of hard drugs cocaine PCP etc or any repetitive behavior STUDENT STANDARDS BOARD Violation of the Student Conduct Code or related housing policies are com monly resolved at a meeting between the student and the Resident Director In the case of disputed allegations of misconduct a hearing would be pro vided by a staff member or a panel of the Student Standards Board The panel has student staff and faculty represen tation Students are urged to read the Student Conduct Code copies of which are available from Student Standards or on line at eiu edu judicial HOUSING SPECIFIC STANDARDS ALCOHOL POLICY Eastern Illinois University Housing and Dining department strives to support healthy and responsible choices con cerning the consumption of alcohol Univers
77. ing Services verified with a statement from your attending physician and approved by an East ern physician FALSE ALARMS AND FIRE SAFETY EQUIPMENT False reporting of an emergency and unauthorized use of or tampering with emergency or safety equipment i e fire extinguishers fire alarms smoke detec tors sprinklers fire doors security cam eras etc is prohibited and are criminal offenses Intentional misuse of equip ment will result in a minimum 100 fine and restitution for repair recharge and probationary status An intentional false fire alarm will likely result in separation from the University FIRE EXTINGUISHERS UNIVERSITY COURT Use of a fire extinguisher should be re ported to the University Court Office so it may be replaced for your safety Failure to report the usage within 24 hours will result in the resident being responsible for the recharging or replacing cost FIRE SAFETY EVACUATION PROCEDURE Evacuation procedures vary from build ing to building You will find yours post ed on the back of your room door They have been designed to empty the build ing safely and quickly Residents are required to leave the building promptly if an alarm is sounded Failure to follow evacuation procedures will result in a minimum 50 fine When the fire alarm has been shut off a staff member fire fighter or University police officer will allow you to re enter the building All fires must be reported to a member of th
78. ity housing believes that the con sumption of alcohol in moderation is a privilege for those residents of legal drinking age as mandated by state law who choose to live within our communi ties THE POSSESSION OR CONSUMP TION OF ANY ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE OTHER THAN BEER OR WINE IS PRO HIBITED IN UNIVERSITY HOUSING Beer will be defined as domestic or im ported beer malt liquor or specialty malt beverage and it must have an alcohol percentage by volume of less than 7 It is recommended that beer and malt li quor products be consumed in the origi nal single serving container but if not the container must be on hand to prove the content of the beverage No open containers of alcoholic bever ages are permitted in common areas Empty cans and or bottles may not be 35 gt Z STANDARDS COMMUNITY STANDARDS stored collected or used as decora tions in a residential room or apartment Bulk containers of alcoholic beverages are not permitted examples include servings of beer larger than quart bot tles kegs pony kegs mini kegs bar rels half barrels and quantities of wine larger than gallon bottles e DRY RESIDENCE If all residents of a room are UNDER the legal drinking age NO alcohol of any kind is allowed in the room even by guests who meet the legal age re quirement All students present will be considered in violation of this policy regardless of alcohol consumption DAMP R
79. k office or ac cess to a front desk office Each building may offer something different They gen erally lend out cleaning supplies games and sports equipment Other services include change for vending machines postage stamps lock outs etc INTERCHANGEABLE FURNITURE RESIDENCE HALLS View the residence hall room layouts to confirm which of the rooms are equipped with furniture that is movable bunkable and loftable online at e u edu housing reshalls php TROUBLESHOOTING INTERNET ACCESS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS What are the Eastern network s soft ware and hardware requirements The operating systems required for Internet access are Mac OS 10 6 Windows Vista Premium Ultimate Windows 7 or Windows 8 More spec ifications are available at its eiu edu students php How do connect my Ethernet ready computer to the Eastern Network Plug one end of a Category 6 Cable CAT 6 into the orange or red data port in the 4 X 4 box on the wall of your residence and the other into the Ethernet port on your computer CAT 6 Cables should be 10 in length at a minimum How do connect my WiFi ready computer to the Eastern Network Double click on the WiFi icon located in the bottom right corner of your desktop top right for Mac Choose eiuwifi as your local default access point WiFi is not available in all of Eastern s on campus residences TROUBLESHOOTING MOVIES ON DEMAND FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIO
80. ke arrangements to see the Unit Director of the residential dining center of your choice DINING CENTER RESERVATION REQUESTS All residential dining centers can be re served by registered student organiza tions when no meal activity is occurring e A dining service reservation request form must be completed in advance of the event preferably two weeks e The request forms may be obtained at the Office of University Housing amp Dining Services EXAM SNACKS Selected snacks are provided free by the dining centers during exam week GIFT PACKAGES AND CARDS Take advantage of special gift offerings such as tailor made gift baskets and gi ant cupcakes or cookies Dining Dollar gift cards are also available and can be used at any Panther Dining option For more details go to eiu edu dining MOBILE MENU Panther Dining provides access to its menus through a phone based hotline 217 581 FOOD its website e u edu dining and the University s mobile web site m eiu edu dining PANTHER CATERING Whether you are planning a Superbowl party or a working luncheon Panther Catering provides the best quality and services for your catered events We ll plan and implement everything accord ing to your specifications SICK TRAY Your residential dining center will pro vide you with a special meal if you re 33 HOUSING amp DINING OPTIONS AND SERVICES confined to your room due to illness or injury Call the di
81. kfast burritos omelets and a yogurt bar Make your own waffles are available during brunch and dinner The Grill is also the home of Stevo Tower Reservation Dining a full service dining experience offered Thursday through Sunday evenings Menu items include ribeye and other choices served with soup or salad and a dessert For guar anteed seating go to e u edu dining An ethnic menu is offered Monday through Wednesday at dinner Choose from our prepared special or request a made to order dish TAYLOR DINING CENTER Healthy options chicken entrees a vari ety of ethnic cuisine potato and bread options will be served A buffet featur ing salads desserts and side dishes are available to complete the lunch and din ner meal A breakfast buffet is available Make your own waffles and a yogurt bar are offered at all meals THOMAS DINING CENTER The Thomas Dining Center serves various American favorites as well as made to order Bonici Brothers pizza and made to order burritos along with a variety of other Mexican cuisine Late night Bonici Brother Pizza is avail able Sunday Thursday from 8pm 1am Saturday and Sunday brunch features made to order egg scramblers and Bonici Brother Pizza Thomas is the only dining center that will be open dur ing consolidated or holiday weekends PANTHER DINING OPTIONS CONVENIENCE STORES MARKETPLACE CONVENIENCE CENTER Located in Thomas Hall the Marketplace Convenience Ce
82. ment will be students that are student teach ing during this semester An overall GPA of 2 75 is required LOUIS V HENCKEN HOUSING SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP The recipient s must be a full time stu dent attending Eastern The award may be made to a student completing their first year of school through graduate school The recipient s must reside in some form of University owned housing during the entire period of time for which the award has been made unless stu dent teaching or studying abroad The recipient must have a cumulative GPA of 3 0 or better on a 4 0 scale and be in good disciplinary standing The recipi ent must be or have been taking an ac tive roll in the Residence Hall Association or an individual housing unit s governing organization at some point in their East ern student years The recipient s shall be selected in the spring semester each year All else being equal consideration will be given to candidates contribution to the University community during the year being evaluated STAFF PARTNERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP The recipient must have applied and been accepted to EIU as a degree seeking candidate pursuing a bach elor s or master s degree Preference will be given in priority order as follows 1 undergraduate students who serve EIU as a resident assistant during their un dergraduate program and 2 graduate students without an assistantship who serve EIU residence hall program while pursuing a graduate
83. n refundable 50 housing applica tion fee Students who currently live in the residence halls or Greek Court have first preference over incoming students The remaining vacancies are filled with incoming students based on the order of their date of application and receipt of the room and board contract Once you are assigned to a specific residence hall room changes may be permitted seven days after the buildings open ROOMMATE ASSIGNMENTS RESIDENCE HALLS AND GREEK COURT All students are given the opportunity to request a specific hall room and room mate However physical space and prior assignments of returning students are limiting factors in being able to meet every student s request If you want to live with someone you know you should be aware that roommate requests must 51 CONTRACT lt LL CONTRACT INFORMATION be mutual In other words if you request someone he she must also request you in order for the request to be met UNIVERSITY COURT APPLICATION Applications may be obtained at the on site University Court Office or on line at eiu edu housing universityct php A non refundable housing application fee of 50 is required when students apply for University Court REQUIREMENTS TO LIVE IN UNIVERSITY COURT To qualify for housing in University Court the applicant must be enrolled at Eastern To qualify for the sophomore under classman building applicants must have 3
84. nce Studies Sociology Anthropology Department Special Education Department Special Events Speech Communication Department Speech Language Hearing Clinic Sports Information Intercollegiate Athletics 60 581 3311 581 5956 581 7899 581 3511 3831 581 3759 581 5551 581 2878 581 5131 581 5551 581 2878 581 2578 581 5551 581 3333 581 3079 581 2878 581 7071 581 3600 581 3700 581 3900 581 5825 581 5944 581 2010 581 5114 581 6644 581 5114 581 5116 581 5618 581 5932 581 6362 581 3123 581 5315 581 6892 581 2016 581 2712 581 6408 Student Accounts See Business Office Student Affairs Student Government Senate Student Legal Services Student Programs Student Payroll See Human Resources Student Publications See Business Office Daily Eastern News Editorial Advertising Warbler Minority Today Student Recreation Center Student Senate Executive Offices Student Services Student Standards Office of Student Conduct Student Teaching Office Study Abroad Office International Programs Office Summer School Lantz Swimming Pool TDD Telecommunications Device for the Deaf Tarble Arts Center Technology School of Academic Advisor Career Occupations Industrial Technology Graduate Coordinator Telecommunications Textbook Rental Service Theatre Arts Department Costume Designer Office Costume Shop Lighting Designer TD Scene Designer Office University Theatre Ticket Office Training amp Staff Development Tr
85. ng Specific Standards If You Are Being Harassed by Telephone or Internet INDEX Individual Responsibility Interchangeble Furniture Residence Halls 26 Internet Access Frequently Asked Questions Troubleshooting 25 Introduction 10 Java Beanery amp Bakery 32 Key Policy 42 Keyed Elevators Residence Halls 42 Laundry Facilities 26 Leadership Involvement Opportunities 19 Lighting 26 Lockout Procedure Lofts and Bunk Bed Policy Lost and Found Policy Lou amp Mary Kay Hencken Scholarship Louis V Hencken Housing Service Scholarship Mail Services WNANANNNAAA amp amp ND N DVUUVDUVUDUDUDDUDUDUDDUDUDUDUUDUDUDUDUDUDUDD POUDUDUDUD Mailbox Policy Mailing Addresses Maintenance Policy Maintenance Requests On Line Work Orders Marketplace Convenience Center Meal Plan Changes 32 Meal Plan Options 32 Meal Plan Values Defined 32 LD Meals Per Week 32 Mobile Menus 33 Moves Within University Housing 43 Movies On Demand Frequently Asked Questions Troubleshooting 25 Movies On Demand 26 National Residence Hall Honorary 19 Newspaper Readership Program 26 Night Assistant 19 Noise Policy 43 Notification of Parents 35 On Campus Cable Television Line Up 27 Outlets Overloading 43 Outside Building Doors University Court 43 Panther Card Dining Card 32 Panther Catering 33 Panther Dining Hours of Operation See Back Cover Panther Dining Options Coffee Bar p 32 65 S INDEX
86. ning center of your choice and they ll prepare the meal for pick up You may choose up to two entrees En tree choices include daily menu options soups sandwiches and salads You may also request a drink vegetable and des sert If you re choosing an entree from our daily menu please arrange to have the meal picked up during the regular ser vice hours for that meal You ll need to provide your E Number and obtain prior approval from the Unit Director if a friend or roommate is picking up the meal Please place your order at least two hours in advance There might be a short wait at pickup for orders placed with less than two hours notice GENERAL STANDARDS The staff will confront you if your actions are contrary to policy or community standards In addition your behavior might also prompt a referral to your Uni versity housing staff member or the Stu dent Standards staff who will determine what is appropriate in terms of address ing your behavior It s our most sincere desire that by call ing attention to your behavior and its consequences better judgment will be exercised and future misbehavior can be avoided Minimum standards of con duct are specified in the Student Con duct Code as well as by observance of the policies contained in this handbook Sanctions may include restitution for damages reprimands fines of up to 200 probationary status imposed reassignment removal from University housing and o
87. nter offers an array of goodies from chips ice cream novelties and cereal bars to frappuccinos soft drinks and microwavable meals PANTHER PANTRY The Panther Pantry located in MLK Jr University Union offers Krispy Kreme donuts on Thursdays birthday cakes hot pretzels soft drinks candy and oth er snack foods PANTHER DINING OPTIONS UNIVERSITY FOOD COURT CHARLESTON MARKET The Market offers hamburgers specialty sandwiches appetizers Freschetta Pizza and Nathan s hot dogs Break fast menu available M F 7 30 10 30am CHICK FIL A Chick fil A offers an array of entrees and salads for the person looking for a tasty alternative to a burger PANTHER GRILLE This Eastern original serves up an ar ray of Mexican Asian Italian Mediter ranean and American comfort foods like chicken mashed potatoes and macaro ni and cheese Be sure to check out our make your own salad bar M R SUBWAY Subway bakes their fresh bread daily to better ensure the quality of their sand wiches Breakfast available 7 30 11am 31 HOUSING amp DINING OPTIONS AND SERVICES PANTHER DINING OPTIONS COFFEE BAR JAVA BEANERY amp BAKERY Located in the MLK Jr University Union Java B amp B serves Seattle s Best espres so baked goods and Edy s ice cream MEAL PLAN OPTIONS PANTHER PLUS MEAL PLANS Meal plans are available for purchase by Eastern faculty staff and on and off campus students including
88. ogramming efforts are coordinated by University Housing amp Dining Ser vices in conjunction with the Honors College and are geared toward the honors student community Honors students receive priority assignment based on availability Andrews Hall Douglas Hall Ford Hall Lawson Hall Lincoln Hall McKinney Hall Pemberton Hall Taylor Hall Thomas Hall Weller Hall Stevenson Hall Greek Court University Court University Apartments 23 HOUSING amp DINING OPTIONS AND SERVICES CABLE TELEVISION SERVICES On campus residents have access to 100 channels including 8 HBO chan nels and 2 Spanish language channels See p 27 for more details CAMPUS SECURITY Personal security is provided to on campus residents by limiting access to buildings and rooms to those with keys requiring escorts for members of the opposite sex and e ALERT EIU TEXT MESSAGING SYSTEM Students are encouraged to sign up for Alert EIU a text messaging system that notifies subscribers to situations that require immediate action Go to eiu edu alerteiu to sign up e EMERGENCY SIREN AND PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM A campus wide siren public address system will sound a pulse tone fol lowed by a public address message if needed The pulse tone signifies that you need to check your Eastern assigned email and or Eastern s Web site for important information EMERGENCY TELEPHONE
89. on The advertising of commercial products services or off campus businesses will be restricted to specified bulletin boards in limited locations a list of which is available from the Campus Scheduling Office unless otherwise approved by an Associate Director Campus Scheduling or designee University bulletin boards may not be used to publicize events or activities which are unlawful or in viola tion of the Student Conduct Code Distribution of non commercial litera ture is permitted outside of buildings subject to reasonable time and place and manner restrictions Distribution of commercial handout literature is prohib ited on campus without prior permission from the Campus Scheduling Office Residential buildings with public areas include Andrews Lawson McKinney Pemberton Stevenson Taylor Thomas and University Court PRANKS Individual or group behavior that leads to actual or potential harassment ac cident injury damage to University or personal property or damage that re quires abnormal or unnecessary clean ing of University housing buildings and facilities is not permitted Students who engage in pranks which constitute a violation of the above will be expected to assume appropriate responsibility for their actions Playing with fire extinguish ers or other safety equipment is also prohibited PROPPING DOORS Repeated door propping may result in a fine or other sanctions QUIET LIFESTYLE AGREEMENT
90. onor the rights of other community members Address grievances to staff Be free of fear from intimidation and physical or emotional harm Assume there will be reasonable co operation in telephone use i e as related to the university provided telephone line e Respect roommate s belongings RESIDENT S RESPONSIBILITIES Upon moving into University housing you are responsible for the following e The rules and regulations of the Uni versity and University Housing amp Din ing Services as stated in the Student Conduct Code and in this document Each person is responsible for know ing these rules and adhering to them at all times To receive a copy of the Student Conduct Code call the Office of Student Standards at 581 3827 Attending meetings held by the hous ing staff at the beginning of each se mester and periodically as needed You are responsible for all information discussed and if unable to attend you should contact your staff member You are responsible for your room or apartment actions of guests and the activities that occur within Even if you are not present or involved in an inci dent in your room or if your guests are involved without your knowledge you can be held responsible STAFFING PROFESSIONAL STAFF For more information on these positions go to eiu edu housing APARTMENT MANAGER UNIVERSITY COURT The University Court Resident Director is a full time live in member of the profes
91. ons Graduate Business Studies Graduate School Graduate Payroll Student amp See Human Resources Grants amp Research Greek Court Organizations Greek Court Alpha Gamma Delta House Alpha Phi House Alpha Sigma Alpha House Alpha Sigma Tau House Delta Delta Delta House Delta Sigma Theta House Delta Tau Delta House 56 581 2428 581 5929 581 3390 581 2120 581 2817 581 3416 581 7068 581 5983 581 6041 581 6076 581 5310 581 5633 581 5227 581 3711 581 3714 581 6405 581 5249 581 3712 581 5290 581 3021 581 3313 581 3967 581 6692 581 3126 581 2626 581 7873 581 6348 581 7824 581 2220 581 2125 581 6889 581 6785 581 6594 581 6789 581 6790 581 7087 581 6893 Delta Zeta House Kappa Alpha Psi House Kappa Delta House Lambda Chi Alpha House Sigma Alpha Epsilon House Sigma Chi House Sigma Kappa House Sigma Nu House Sigma Phi Epsilon House Sigma Sigma Sigma House Zeta Phi Beta House Greek Court Front Desk Greenwood School Museum Health Education Resource Center Health Insurance Student Health Service Health Studies Department History Department Home Economics See Colleges Family amp Consumer Sciences Hometown News Release Program Honors Program Housing amp Dining Services University Camps amp Conferences Computer Labs Dining Service Information Greek Court Residence Hall Information University Apartments University Court Human Resources Classification amp Pay Administration Employe
92. oom FM Student Office WEIU Traffic Women s Resource Center Worker s Compensation See Human Resources Writing Center Zeta Phi Beta See Greek Court Organizations INDEX 24 Hour Assistance Abandoned Property Academic Building Room Abbreviations Academic Classrooms Residence Halls Academic Programs Alcohol Policy Alert EIU Text Messaging System Americans With Disabilities Act Apartment Manager University Court Appliances Residence Halls and Greek Court Area amp Resident Directors Residence Halls Assignment and Occupancy for University Apartments Assistant Director Housing Associate Resident Directors Academic Support Associate Resident Directors Greek Court Associate Resident Directors Residence Halls Associate Resident Directors University Court and Marketing Automobile Parking Student Lots Balconies University Court Ball Playing Barbecue Grills University Court 62 345 8340 581 7148 581 6054 581 6435 581 5122 581 3829 581 5522 581 5122 581 5117 581 7873 581 5171 581 5227 581 2812 581 6116 581 5956 581 2911 581 7371 581 7365 581 5947 581 5929 30 34 21 21 24 14 36 17 17 17 17 17 36 37 37 DDDDDDTDDDTDDDTDDTDDTDDTT INDEX S 37 50 37 Bathroom Policy Behavior in Dining Facilities Bicycles Motor Driven Vehicles In Line Skates amp Skate Boards Bond Revenue Committee 20 Bonus Meals 32 Brad Wright Scholarship 20 23 17 27 24 Break Housin
93. oom and Board Rates Residence Halls and Greek Court Room Damage Charges Residence Halls and Greek Court Room Options Residence Halls Room Apartment Search and Entry Policy for Maintenance Room Apartment Search and Entry Policy Roommate Assignments Residence Halls and Greek Court 66 DDDTDD0D0DDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD a D Scholarships Housing Related Sean R McKinney Scholarship Secretaries Residence Halls Security Cameras Security Statistics Senior Staff Assistant Greek Court Service Animals Sexual Harassment is Prohibited and Will Not Be Tolerated Sick Trays Smoke Detectors Snowball Fights Solicitation Staff Partnership Scholarship Staffing Professional Staff Staffing Undergraduate Students Staffing Stevenson Grill Etc Stevenson Tower Deli Strangers Student Custodian Student Property Inventory Student Standards Board Students with Questions about Disabilities Study Areas Study Hours Residence Halls Subway Suspension Removal from the University Taking Food Out of the Residential Dining Centers Taylor Dining Center Telephone and Internet Harassment Telephone Services Terms and Conditions of Housing Contracts Themed Housing Communities and Options Thomas Dining Center Threats Disruptive Conduct and Destruction of Property Tobacco Free Campus Tornado and Severe Thunderstorms Transfer Housing Floors Trash Policy Residence Halls and Greek Court Trash Garbage etc University Court T
94. ority within each group is determined by the date of re ceipt of the non refundable 50 hous ing application fee e Residence Halls and Greek Court Standard Early Bird Contracts available at eiu edu housing rb_contracts php University Apartments Contract available at eiu edu housing pdfs contracts Univ 20Apt 20contract 202015 2016 pdf e University Court Contract available at eiu edu housing uct_contract php e Residential Network ResNet User Agreement available at eiu edu housing pdfs ResNet_User_Agreement pdf 52 CAMPUS DIRECTORY REQUIREMENTS TO LIVE IN UNIVERSITY APARTMENTS To qualify for housing in University Apartments the applicant must be enrolled in at least 9 credit undergraduate hours or 6 credit graduate hours at EIU and meet one of the following requirements e Married living with spouse e Parent living with dependent child e Graduate student CAMPUS DIRECTORY Academic Advising amp Learning Assistance Center Academic Affairs Office of Academic Testing amp Assessment Accountancy amp Finance See Business School of Accounting Office See Business Services Activities amp Organizations Administrative Information Systems See Business School of Admissions Adult amp Continuing Education School of Affirmative Action Alpha Gamma Delta See Greek Court Organizations Alpha Phi See Greek Court Organizations Alpha Sigma Alpha See Greek Court Organizations Alpha Sigma Tau See Greek Cou
95. otate daily Hours subject to change FRI 7 30am 2 30pm FRI SAT 11am 8pm SAT SUN 10am 1 30pm SAT SUN 5 7pm 4 30 7 30pm FRI 7 15am 10 15am 11am 3 15pm SAT SUN 10am 4pm 11am 4pm 5pm 8pm SUN 8pm 1am FRI SAT SUN 7 30am 10pm 11am 10pm
96. ourt Associate Resident Di rectors are live in professional members of the housing staff who are currently working on a master s degree Each Greek Court Associate Resident Direc tor is responsible for the overall opera tion of two Greek Court buildings and is a coordinator of special programs ASSOCIATE RESIDENT DIRECTORS RESIDENCE HALLS Associate Resident Directors are live in professional members of the housing staff who are working on a master s de gree Each Associate Resident Director is jointly responsible for their area and other individual responsibilities as out lined by their supervisor s ASSOCIATE RESIDENT DIRECTORS UNIVERSITY COURT AND MARKETING The University Court Associate Resi dent Directors are live in professional members of the housing staff who are currently working on a master s degree They assist the Apartment Manager with the overall operation of the apartment complex They are also members of the University Housing amp Dining Services Marketing Committee specializing in ei ther research or Webpage development BUILDING SERVICE WORKERS BSW Building Service Workers clean lounges bathrooms stairwells hallways and oth er public areas Students are responsible for the clean liness of their rooms or apartments Cleaning supplies are available at the front desk of the residence halls and on site University Apartments University Court offices PANTHER DINING STAFF Composed of
97. prohibited CHECK OUT PROCEDURES The check out procedure is as follows e Residents of the residence halls or Greek Court need to make an ap pointment with a Resident Assistant or Greek Court Associate Resident Director If you live in University Apart ments call 217 581 5633 to make your appointment You must make your ap pointment at least 24 hours in advance of the desired check out time In order for residents to be properly checked out of University housing all issued keys must be returned 37 and Women p 48 and Visitation Policies p 49 gt Z STANDARDS i COMMUNITY STANDARDS e Before returning the keys the resident should ensure that all personal items have been removed from the room or apartment storage closets and balco ny The University does not assume re sponsibility for items left in your room or apartment after check out The resi dent should also check to be sure that all University furniture is in the room or apartment and in the correct rooms in the apartments It is the responsibility of the resident to leave the room apartment in the same condition as it was found This means a clean room or apartment in cluding stove and refrigerator When you vacate an apartment clean it thor oughly doing such things as removing the cushions from the sofa collecting all crumbs articles etc Remember to sweep and mop the kitchen and bath room floors clean grease out
98. r be a minimum of 25 years of age RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS CAPACITY Andrews Hall 450 Residnets Douglas Hall 170 Residnets Ford Hall 144 Residnets Lawson Hall 348 Residnets Lincoln Hall 170 Residnets A McKinney Hall ___ 143 Residnets Pemberton Hall 152 Residnets Taylor Hall 372 Residnets Thomas Hall 520 Residnets Weller Hall 365 Residnets Stevenson Hall 144 Residnets _ Greek Court 614 Residnets University Court 145 Units _ University Apartments 130 Units moowo 22 Hee THEMED HOUSING COMMUNITIES AND OPTIONS TRANSFER HOUSING FLOORS Available for those new to Eastern but not necessarily new to college QUIET LIFESTYLE FLOORS Available to those who wish to live with others in a more intensive study atmosphere See Quiet Lifestyle Agreement on p 45 for more information BREAK HOUSING Available for those who need to stay on campus when the University clos es for breaks same floor Denotes a building with male and female students living in single gender specific rooms within a single gender specific suite on the same floor Denotes entire building or complex Denotes specific floor s or building s Denotes optional services RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS Denotes a building with male and female students living in single gender specific rooms on the HONORS HOUSING FLOORS Pr
99. rder and security and conduct official business Discretion will be used at all times Whenever possible the rooms or apart ments will be entered when the student 45 gt Z oOo STANDARDS COMMUNITY STANDARDS is present No rooms or apartments will be entered without knocking When there is reasonable cause to believe that established conduct standards or health and safety regulations are being violated a room may be entered and a search conducted upon authorization of the Vice President for Student Affairs the Director of University Housing amp Din ing Services or Student Standards Should the Resident Director on duty for a housing unit have reasonable cause to believe that the imminent destruction of evidence of violations of the Student Conduct Code is likely to occur or to as certain the identity of occupants reason ably believed to be engaged in imme diate violations of the Student Conduct Code or in emergency situations where imminent danger to life health prop erty or safety is reasonably thought to exist an administrative search may be immediately conducted with timely sub sequent notification to the Director of University Housing amp Dining Services or the Director of Student Standards Stolen items or contraband seized in plain view or as the result of an autho rized search may be used as evidence in student disciplinary hearings The University may not consent to
100. related problems such as virus removal and hard drive clean up Supervisors have the added duties of hiring ResNet Technicians and coordinating work schedules SENIOR STAFF ASSISTANT GREEK COURT By providing support to Professional Staff Members the Senior Staff Assis tants help ensure that the needs of the residents are being met in the best pos sible manner STUDENT CUSTODIAN Every residence hall employs one or two residents to work with the Build ing Service Worker BSW staff These student helpers assist with various du ties like emptying trash cans sweep ing common areas such as basements stairwells and the lobby cleaning glass doors and windows and vacuuming common area rugs and carpeting LEADERSHIP INVOLVEMENT OPPORTUNITIES HALL COUNCILS Residents are provided the opportunity to have their opinions heard and play an active role in the Hall Council that plans and executes activities in their hall This allows residents to aid in the decision making process participate as a leader in hall activities and learn how to work with others Hall Council meetings are held weekly and residents are urged to attend All residents are automatically voting members of their building s hall council RESIDENCE HALL ASSOCIATION The Residence Hall Association RHA serves as the voice of on campus resi dents Weekly meetings open to all stu dents residing in University housing are held to discuss any number of top
101. riple as a Double Triple Room TTY Unescorted Men and Women Residence Halls Unit Directors Panther Dining University Apartments Application University Court Application University Court Keys University Court Utilities University Housing amp Dining Services Diversity Statement University Housing amp Dining Services Mission Statement University Mission Statement omomomemeomeomemomomemomemomememememememememememomemomomomomeomeomeomememememeneomemememememeomemomemomemememe wo rf TD i on 67 S INDEX Vacation Break Closing Policy Valuing Diversity Visitation Hours Residence Halls Visitation Policy Residence Halls Water Guns and Water Balloons Waterbeds Weapons WELCOME GENERAL INFORMATION amp STUDENT INVOLVEMENT Wet Residence Windows and Screens 68 PANTHER DINING HOURS OF OPERATION JAVA BEANERY amp BAKERY MON THURS MARKETPLACE C STORE STEVENSON TOWER DELI Lunch amp Dinner STEVENSON GRILL ETC Brunch Dinner Stevo Tower Reservation Dining TAYLOR DINING CENTER Breakfast Lunch Dinner THOMAS DINING CENTER Brunch Scramblers Full Brunch Lunch Dinner Late Night Pizza UNIVERSITY FOOD COURT 7 30am 7pm SUN THURS 11am 1am MON SUN 10 30am 9pm MON FRI 7 30am 1 30pm MON WED 4 30pm 7 30pm THURS FRI 4 30 7 30pm MON THURS 7 15am 10 15am 11am 3 15pm 4 30pm 8pm MON FRI 11am 4pm Apm 8pm MON THURS 8pm 1am MON THURS 7 30am 11pm Menus r
102. rovided on a space available basis subject to the fol lowing limitations and restrictions Registered student organizations or off campus public service organiza tions may post with advance approval from the Campus Scheduling Office items which promote on campus co curricular activities or other events of educational or public service interest to the University community provided that unrestricted bulletin boards are used in accordance with this policy A list of boards available for such purposes is available from the Campus Scheduling Office Postings must include the name of the primary sponsoring department Registered Student Organization or oth er entity permitted to post on campus Postings are limited to one per board should not exceed 11 x 27 and are not to be placed over other current posters Standard desktop staples thumb tacks or push pins are to be used the use of tape or commercial staple guns is pro hibited Posted materials will normally be removed within 30 days or after the event or activity The use and placement of banners sandwich boards or other signs are subject to prior approval by the Campus Scheduling Office Each hall has a designated board for public posting Any posting on this board must be approved through the Campus Scheduling Office Once ap proved the poster can be placed by the individual receiving the approval Only one poster per event can be placed at each posting locati
103. rt Organizations Alumni Services Anthropology Sociology Department Army ROTC Art Department Arts amp Humanities College of See Colleges Athletic Ticket Office Athletic Training Program Athletics Intercollegiate Band Office Benefits See Human Resources Biological Sciences Biological Sciences Graduate Program Biotechnology Center Board of Trustees Degree Program Brainard House Budget Office Business School of See Colleges Business Affairs Business Services Accounting Mail Services Purchasing 581 2313 581 2121 581 5986 581 3829 581 2223 581 6644 581 5719 581 6616 581 3123 581 5944 581 3410 581 7611 581 5939 581 2319 581 2622 581 3126 581 3126 581 2514 581 5618 581 3313 581 5590 581 2921 581 2979 581 6446 581 6035 581 3311 53 CONTRACT INFORMATION gt g oo oo CAMPUS DIRECTORY Business Office Student Accounts Cashier Camps amp Conference Housing Campus Card Office Campus Recreation Office Student Recreation Center Informal Recreation amp Facilities Wellness Center Campus Scheduling Career Occupations Career Services Cashier See Business Office Student Accounts Center for Educational Studies Central Receiving Central Stores Chemistry Department Child Care Resource amp Referral Civil Rights Civil Service Classification amp Pay Administration See Human Resources Colleges Arts amp Humanities College of Art Department of English
104. s Containers are available through Uni versity housing Let your Resident Direc tor know what you need DRUG POLICY The illegal making distribution posses sion of or use of compounds which pro duce hallucinations or illusions when in troduced into the body and compounds covered under federal and state drug control laws is prohibited Individuals who engage in actions contrary to these laws will face disciplinary and legal ac tion including possible suspension or removal from the University The posses sion of and or use of drug parapherna lia is also prohibited ELEVATOR POLICY Tampering with or maliciously damag ing the elevators will result in responsi bility being placed on those individuals identified or on the building as a whole if the responsible individual s can t be identified Use the emergency elevator bell only in the event of an emergency Anyone causing damage to an eleva tor will be subject to disciplinary ac tion minimum 100 fine restitution for repair and probationary status Use of tobacco products and alcohol within the elevators is prohibited as well as the use of an unauthorized elevator key ENTERTAINING IN YOUR APARTMENT UNIVERSITY COURT There have been many occasions in which University Court residents who are 21 have chosen to entertain in their apartments during which beer and wine were served Most of these gath erings have been successful and under the control of the resid
105. s Sciences College of Biological Sciences Chemistry Department of COS Student Affairs Graduation Plans amp Certification Communication Disorders amp Sciences Department of Economics Department of Geology Geography Department of Mathematics Department of Physics Department of Political Science Department of Psychology Department of Sociology Anthropology Department of Commencement Communication Disorders amp Sciences Computer Management See Business School of Computer amp Operations Management See Business School of Conferences amp Non Credit Programs Continuing Education Cooperative Education Student Services Counseling amp Student Development Department of Counseling Center Cultural Center Office Daily Eastern News Student Newspaper Delta Delta Delta See Greek Court Organizations Delta Sigma Theta See Greek Court Organizations Delta Tau Delta See Greek Court Organizations Delta Zeta See Greek Court Organizations Development Office Dining amp Panther Catering Services Disability Services Text Telephone Hearing Impaired Diversity Civil Rights amp Dvorak Concert Hall Early Childhood Elementary amp Middle Level Education Reading Center Economics Education amp Professional Studies College of See Colleges Educational Administration Educational Psychology amp Guidance See Counseling amp Student Development Emergency Employee amp Labor Relations Human Resources 581 3823
106. s Housing Floors p 23 D Cable Television Services p 24 Cable Television Frequently Asked Questions Troubleshooting p 27 On Campus Cable Television Line Up p 27 Campus Security p 24 Alert EIU Text Messaging System p 24 Emergency Siren and Public Address System p 24 Emergency Telephones p 24 Lighting p 26 Security Cameras p 26 Staffing p 26 p p p p p p p HOUSING amp DINNG wo TABLE OF CONTENTS Maintenance Requests On Line Work Orders p 26 Movies On Demand p 26 Movies On Demand Frequently Asked Questions p 25 Troubleshooting e Newspaper Readership Program 26 Panther Success Initiative PSI e Public Recreation Areas e Mail Services Mailing Addresses e Recycling Bins e Study Areas Telephone Services Phone Service Frequently Asked Questions Troubleshooting TTY e 24 Hour Assistance Panther Dining General Description Panther Dining Options Residential Dining Centers Stevenson Tower Deli Stevenson Grill Etc e Taylor Dining Center Thomas Dining Center Panther Dining Options Convenience Stores e Marketplace Convenience Center Panther Pantry Panther Dining Options University Food Court Charleston Market Featuring Freschetta s Pizza 31 Chick fil A 31 e Panther Grille 31 Subway 31 Panther Dining Options Coffee Bar e Java Beanery amp Bakery Meal Plan Options e Panther Plus Meal Plans e Meal Plan Values Defined Meals
107. ser New cards can be obtained at the Panther Card Office on the second floor of the Student Services Building CHOOSING YOUR MEAL PLAN To assist you in selecting a meal plan that is right for you ask yourself these questions Do you have limited funds or do you have difficulty balancing your budget If so you may wish to select a meal plan with a larger number of meal swipes While this decision may seem contrary to your situation it may save you from undue hunger during the later parts of the semester or academic year These plans guarantee you a set number of meal swipes per week in the residential dining centers no matter what dining dollar balance you have Do you often skip breakfast or plan on leaving campus on the weekends If this best describes you a moderate plan may better suit your needs This allows for a moderate number of Meals Per Week that can be used for take out service at applicable residential dining centers and Dining Dollars at the food court and convenience centers Are you a big eater The meal plans with more meal swipes would be a wise choice Do you like to snack Remember that Dining Dollars add vari ety to your meal plan If you prefer small frequent meals or snacks plans with more Dining Dollars will enable you to purchase a la carte or individual snack items to keep in your backpack or room PANTHER DINING SERVICES DIETARY NEEDS If you have special dietary needs ma
108. the University Police Depart See Cohabitation Policy p 38 Guest Policy p 41 Unescorted Men ment Owners must abide by all Uni versity parking and traffic regulations Motor driven vehicles of any type are not permitted in University buildings student rooms or apartments Motor driven vehicles are not to be driven on sidewalks or patios Parking is permitted in designated areas only Mo torcycle parking permits are 10 00 for the year and 5 00 per semester Skateboards in line skates and bicy cles may be used on sidewalks for safe transportation purposes only They may not be used within University buildings Excessive speed stunt riding or any other use of bicycles motor driven ve hicles skateboards or in line skates that may cause property damage and or endanger self or others is prohibited Users may not ride on stairways patios dock areas benches picnic tables or other irregular surfaces Students faculty or staff violations are subject to institutional disciplinary pro ceedings Non University persons can be required to leave campus immediate ly and may be subjected to restrictions on subsequent visits to the University See Abandoned Property on p 34 CANDLES AND COMBUSTIBLES POLICY Candles oil lamps incense or any other combustible materials are not allowed in any University housing facility Posters on doors fishnets crepe paper pot pourri and other combustibles in your room are
109. thers Whether disciplin ary action is an appropriate response to an incident is the determination of the 34 Professional Staff Member in your build ing or the staff member who handled the situation Cases in which the facts of an incident are in dispute may be referred to the Office of Student Stan dards for resolution Most situations can be resolved in a confidential meeting be tween the student and Professional Staff Member Student Standards shares of fice space with University Housing amp Dining Services in the west wing lower level of the MLK Jr University Union and recommends that you be familiar with your rights and responsibilities as contained in the Student Conduct Code Please contact the Student Standards staff with any questions at 581 3827 ABANDONED PROPERTY Residents have 30 days to claim aban doned property after receiving notifica tion from University Housing amp Dining Services After 30 days the property will be turned over to a charitable group See Bicycles Motor Driven Vehicles In Line Skates amp Skate Boards on p 37 DISCIPLINARY RECORDS Student Standards keeps student disci plinary records normally for six years before destroying them The Family Edu cational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 generally prohibits the release of any student record outside of the University without the student s permission DISCIPLINARY SANCTIONS Sanctions imposed as the result of dis ciplinary
110. urs During that time a reasonable amount of quiet is expected to allow residents to sleep and study Stereo speakers should not be placed out of an open window Also rowdy behavior water fights pranks etc is not permit ted on campus Residents must assume responsibility for monitoring their own behavior and should ask others who infringe upon their right to sleep and study to be more courteous Repeated complaints of excessive noise pranks etc against a person room suite or hallway will result in dis ciplinary action Roommates are to be courteous to each other and respect the rights of others to sleep and study with out undue difficulty SOLICITATION Organizations and individuals may not act as vendors or sales agents for a business nor may they set up a busi ness in university owned housing Businesses may leave promotional ma terials at the front desk of a residential building or at the office of a residential complex Materials will only be displayed with the okay of the Professional Staff members of that building complex Door to door solicitation is strictly prohib ited Staff members will promptly escort unauthorized solicitors from the building TELEPHONE AND INTERNET HARASSMENT Those who commit phone harassment subject themselves to a number of dif ferent penalties University penalties could consist of suspension University disciplinary probation service hours and fines Illinois La
111. ut let strips with a circuit breaker may be used if plugged directly into the wall outlet These help to protect your equip ment as well as prevent electrical fires Please keep all electrical cords visible Do not hide them under rugs or hang them from the ceiling Finally NEVER use frayed cords OUTSIDE BUILDING DOORS UNIVERSITY COURT Outside building doors are to be locked 24 hours a day Doors found propped open will result in a 25 00 fine to the building If you find a door propped for your security please close the door 43 gt Z STANDARDS COMMUNITY STANDARDS PERSONAL PROPERTY POLICY The University is not responsible for the loss of personal property by fire theft or any other cause Keep your valuables secured at all times by keeping your door locked and carrying your key with you whenever you are out If you choose to bring any expensive items with you such as your TV stereo computer etc you may want to make sure these valu ables are insured Insurance for person al belongings is not available through the University Police reports show that the majority of items stolen were taken when doors were left unlocked An unlocked door is a welcome invitation for thieves Money jewelry stereos clothes etc can be sto len in a matter of minutes Always lock your door for theft and personal safety reasons It unlikely that you would leave the door to your home unlocked
112. versity or be subject ed to discrimination by the University DISCRIMINATION IS PROHIBITED AND WILL NOT BE TOLERATED Eastern does not tolerate discrimina tion or harassment including a hos tile climate related to the factors listed above We all wish Eastern to be a positive environment for students You are strongly encouraged to contact the Office of Civil Rights and Diversity Title IX Coordinator at 581 5020 or civil eiu edu with your questions about discrimi nation or if you wish to file a complaint of discrimination Eastern enlists your help in ensuring that all students behave in a respectful manner to each other Eastern needs your help ensuring that university makes every effort to stop any form of potential discrimination and or harass ment You are protected from retalia tion if you bring forward a concern or a complaint Eastern will make every effort to provide assistance will implement interim remedies to address the safety and well being of both the complainant and the respondent prior to the outcome of an investigation and will investigate complaints in a timely manner Eastern will take immediate and corrective ac tions to eliminate the discrimination ha rassment prevent its recurrence and address its effects Depending upon the circumstances there are both infor 14 mal and formal processes that may be used To the extent permitted by law the confidentiality of information presented by all parties
113. vided as part of my housing contract Plug a standard landline telephone into the voice port on the 4 X 4 box located in your residence Who do contact if my voice port is damaged or isn t working Students should contact their front RECYCLING BINS There are recycling containers for paper aluminum and plastic located through out all University housing facilities Please make an effort to know the loca tion of these containers The University does not recycle students electronics They can be taken to COM2 Recycling located at 777 Windsor in the Northwest Business Park by the Post Office STUDY AREAS Each building has an area reserved for students who do not wish to study in their rooms Typically but not always these areas are located in the lower level of each building TELEPHONE SERVICES On campus apartment and residence hall room and board contracts include free local telephone service via the land line in their assigned residences Voice Mail Call Waiting and Speed Dialing are provided free of charge Caller ID is available for a fee Residents must pro vide their own landline telephone See above for more details e TTY TTY refers to a specialized teletypewrit er designed for use by individuals who 30 desk or office with any repair re quests How am billed for telephone related services Telephone service related charges not included in room and board costs will be billed to your
114. w states that charg es of phone harassment could result in six months in jail and or a 500 fine IF YOU ARE BEING HARASSED BY ee OR INTERNET Do not aggravate the harasser Tell the harasser that you want nothing to do with them and that you re going to report them to the University Police Department Keep a log of any calls you receive date and time and save all e mails text messages If harassment continues or is threatening or obscene in nature go to the University Police Depart ment and file a report Phishing emails should be reported to phishing eiu edu Internet security questions can be sent to info sec eiu edu THREATS DISRUPTIVE CONDUCT AND DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY Threats disruptive conduct leading to personal injury and destruction of prop erty could result in probationary status along with full restitution for damages and possible removal from University housing and or the University 47 gt Z STANDARDS COMMUNITY STANDARDS TOBACCO FREE CAMPUS In accordance with the Illinois Smoke Free Campus Act Public Act 098 0985 the use of all tobacco products in cludes e cigarettes and vaporizers will be prohibited on all campus property both indoors and outdoors including buildings grounds parking lots and ve hicles that are owned leased occupied operated or otherwise controlled by EIU Use of tobacco products will be per mitted only in private vehicles
115. y sanctioning Flashing lights making extreme gestures posting inappropri ate or offensive signs in the windows of residential facilities is also prohibited Residence halls and Greek Court with central air conditioning and heating sys tems should keep the windows closed during extreme temperatures Open windows during times of extreme heat or cold after receiving a warning may result in behavioral sanctioning 49 gt STANDARDS COMMUNITY STANDARDS PANTHER DINING RELATED STANDARDS BEHAVIOR IN DINING FACILITIES Appropriate behavior is expected i e no throwing of food no destruction or theft of food or dining property etc Please use common sense Destruction and theft lead to increased costs as well as disciplinary action for those involved COMMENT CARDS FOR DINING FACILITIES Cards are available at eiu edu dining DRESS CODE IN THE DINING FACILITIES All visitors must wear shirts shoes and appropriate attire ENTRY TO DINING FACILITIES Please follow the designated service routes when entering the dining facili ties Some of the facilities will check your Panther Card upon entering and some will inspect your card upon exiting FOOD EVENTS No one may act as a food event vendor in or around residential buildings without proper authorization Student organiza tions staff members requesting to cook bake serve or sell food products in or around residential buildings must o

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